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How many syllables in “sodoms”?

2

syllables in "sodoms"

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Word details

Syllables

2

so · doms

Letters

6

s · o · d · o · m · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
o1
d2
o1
m3
s1

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About the word “sodoms

The word sodoms contains 2 syllables, divided as so · doms. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sodoms" have?

"sodoms" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "sodoms" into syllables?

"sodoms" is divided into syllables as: so · doms.

What is the Scrabble score for "sodoms"?

The Scrabble score for "sodoms" is 9 points.

Using “sodoms” in writing

Two-syllable words like "sodoms" (so · doms) 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, sodoms is worth 9 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.

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