How many syllables in “soymilk”?
syllables in "soymilk"
Word details
Syllables
2
soy · milk
Letters
7
s · o · y · m · i · l · k
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “soymilk”
The word “soymilk” contains 2 syllables, divided as soy · milk. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "soymilk" have?
"soymilk" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "soymilk" into syllables?
"soymilk" is divided into syllables as: soy · milk.
What is the Scrabble score for "soymilk"?
The Scrabble score for "soymilk" is 16 points.
Using “soymilk” in writing
Two-syllable words like "soymilk" (soy · milk) 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, “soymilk” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “soymilk”
The letters in “soymilk” can be rearranged to spell one other word: smokily.