How many syllables in “snowplows”?
syllables in "snowplows"
Word details
Syllables
2
snow · plows
Letters
9
s · n · o · w · p · l · o · w · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “snowplows”
The word “snowplows” contains 2 syllables, divided as snow · plows. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snowplows" have?
"snowplows" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "snowplows" into syllables?
"snowplows" is divided into syllables as: snow · plows.
What is the Scrabble score for "snowplows"?
The Scrabble score for "snowplows" is 17 points.
Using “snowplows” in writing
Two-syllable words like "snowplows" (snow · plows) 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, “snowplows” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.