How many syllables in “spoonbills”?
syllables in "spoonbills"
Word details
Syllables
2
spoon · bills
Letters
10
s · p · o · o · n · b · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “spoonbills”
The word “spoonbills” contains 2 syllables, divided as spoon · bills. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spoonbills" have?
"spoonbills" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "spoonbills" into syllables?
"spoonbills" is divided into syllables as: spoon · bills.
What is the Scrabble score for "spoonbills"?
The Scrabble score for "spoonbills" is 14 points.
Using “spoonbills” in writing
Two-syllable words like "spoonbills" (spoon · bills) 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, “spoonbills” is worth 14 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.