How many syllables in “soldiers”?
syllables in "soldiers"
Word details
Syllables
2
sol · diers
Letters
8
s · o · l · d · i · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “soldiers”
The word “soldiers” contains 2 syllables, divided as sol · diers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "soldiers" have?
"soldiers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "soldiers" into syllables?
"soldiers" is divided into syllables as: sol · diers.
What is the Scrabble score for "soldiers"?
The Scrabble score for "soldiers" is 9 points.
Using “soldiers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "soldiers" (sol · diers) 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, “soldiers” 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.