How many syllables in “swooners”?
syllables in "swooners"
Word details
Syllables
2
swoo · ners
Letters
8
s · w · o · o · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “swooners”
The word “swooners” contains 2 syllables, divided as swoo · ners. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "swooners" have?
"swooners" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "swooners" into syllables?
"swooners" is divided into syllables as: swoo · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "swooners"?
The Scrabble score for "swooners" is 11 points.
Using “swooners” in writing
Two-syllable words like "swooners" (swoo · ners) 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, “swooners” is worth 11 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.