How many syllables in “villains”?
syllables in "villains"
Word details
Syllables
2
vil · lains
Letters
8
v · i · l · l · a · i · n · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “villains”
The word “villains” contains 2 syllables, divided as vil · lains. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "villains" have?
"villains" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "villains" into syllables?
"villains" is divided into syllables as: vil · lains.
What is the Scrabble score for "villains"?
The Scrabble score for "villains" is 11 points.
Using “villains” in writing
Two-syllable words like "villains" (vil · lains) 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, “villains” 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.