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