How many syllables in “snowmelts”?
syllables in "snowmelts"
Word details
Syllables
2
snow · melts
Letters
9
s · n · o · w · m · e · l · t · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “snowmelts”
The word “snowmelts” contains 2 syllables, divided as snow · melts. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snowmelts" have?
"snowmelts" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "snowmelts" into syllables?
"snowmelts" is divided into syllables as: snow · melts.
What is the Scrabble score for "snowmelts"?
The Scrabble score for "snowmelts" is 14 points.
Using “snowmelts” in writing
Two-syllable words like "snowmelts" (snow · melts) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “snowmelts” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.