How many syllables in “varmints”?
syllables in "varmints"
Word details
Syllables
2
var · mints
Letters
8
v · a · r · m · i · n · t · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “varmints”
The word “varmints” contains 2 syllables, divided as var · mints. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "varmints" have?
"varmints" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "varmints" into syllables?
"varmints" is divided into syllables as: var · mints.
What is the Scrabble score for "varmints"?
The Scrabble score for "varmints" is 13 points.
Using “varmints” in writing
Two-syllable words like "varmints" (var · mints) 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, “varmints” 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.