How many syllables in “treadmill”?
syllables in "treadmill"
Word details
Syllables
2
tread · mill
Letters
9
t · r · e · a · d · m · i · l · l
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “treadmill”
The word “treadmill” contains 2 syllables, divided as tread · mill. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "treadmill" have?
"treadmill" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "treadmill" into syllables?
"treadmill" is divided into syllables as: tread · mill.
What is the Scrabble score for "treadmill"?
The Scrabble score for "treadmill" is 12 points.
Using “treadmill” in writing
Two-syllable words like "treadmill" (tread · mill) 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, “treadmill” 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.