How many syllables in “stairwells”?
syllables in "stairwells"
Word details
Syllables
2
stair · wells
Letters
10
s · t · a · i · r · w · e · l · l · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “stairwells”
The word “stairwells” contains 2 syllables, divided as stair · wells. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stairwells" have?
"stairwells" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stairwells" into syllables?
"stairwells" is divided into syllables as: stair · wells.
What is the Scrabble score for "stairwells"?
The Scrabble score for "stairwells" is 13 points.
Using “stairwells” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stairwells" (stair · wells) 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, “stairwells” 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.