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