How many syllables in “stowaway”?
syllables in "stowaway"
Word details
Syllables
3
sto · wa · way
Letters
8
s · t · o · w · a · w · a · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “stowaway”
The word “stowaway” contains 3 syllables, divided as sto · wa · way. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stowaway" have?
"stowaway" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "stowaway" into syllables?
"stowaway" is divided into syllables as: sto · wa · way.
What is the Scrabble score for "stowaway"?
The Scrabble score for "stowaway" is 17 points.
Using “stowaway” in writing
Three-syllable words like "stowaway" (sto · wa · way) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “stowaway” is worth 17 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 “stowaway”
The letters in “stowaway” can be rearranged to spell one other word: towaways.