How many syllables in “standstills”?
syllables in "standstills"
Word details
Syllables
2
stand · stills
Letters
11
s · t · a · n · d · s · t · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “standstills”
The word “standstills” contains 2 syllables, divided as stand · stills. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "standstills" have?
"standstills" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "standstills" into syllables?
"standstills" is divided into syllables as: stand · stills.
What is the Scrabble score for "standstills"?
The Scrabble score for "standstills" is 12 points.
Using “standstills” in writing
Two-syllable words like "standstills" (stand · stills) 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, “standstills” is worth 12 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.