How many syllables in “songstress”?
syllables in "songstress"
Word details
Syllables
2
song · stress
Letters
10
s · o · n · g · s · t · r · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “songstress”
The word “songstress” contains 2 syllables, divided as song · stress. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "songstress" have?
"songstress" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "songstress" into syllables?
"songstress" is divided into syllables as: song · stress.
What is the Scrabble score for "songstress"?
The Scrabble score for "songstress" is 11 points.
Using “songstress” in writing
Two-syllable words like "songstress" (song · stress) 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, “songstress” is worth 11 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.