How many syllables in “songstresses”?
syllables in "songstresses"
Word details
Syllables
2
songst · resses
Letters
12
s · o · n · g · s · t · r · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “songstresses”
The word “songstresses” contains 2 syllables, divided as songst · resses. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "songstresses" have?
"songstresses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "songstresses" into syllables?
"songstresses" is divided into syllables as: songst · resses.
What is the Scrabble score for "songstresses"?
The Scrabble score for "songstresses" is 13 points.
Using “songstresses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "songstresses" (songst · resses) 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, “songstresses” is worth 13 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.