How many syllables in “triweeklies”?
syllables in "triweeklies"
Word details
Syllables
3
tri · week · lies
Letters
11
t · r · i · w · e · e · k · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “triweeklies”
The word “triweeklies” contains 3 syllables, divided as tri · week · lies. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "triweeklies" have?
"triweeklies" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "triweeklies" into syllables?
"triweeklies" is divided into syllables as: tri · week · lies.
What is the Scrabble score for "triweeklies"?
The Scrabble score for "triweeklies" is 18 points.
Using “triweeklies” in writing
Three-syllable words like "triweeklies" (tri · week · lies) 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, “triweeklies” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.