How many syllables in “warship”?
syllables in "warship"
Word details
Syllables
2
war · ship
Letters
7
w · a · r · s · h · i · p
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “warship”
The word “warship” contains 2 syllables, divided as war · ship. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "warship" have?
"warship" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "warship" into syllables?
"warship" is divided into syllables as: war · ship.
What is the Scrabble score for "warship"?
The Scrabble score for "warship" is 15 points.
Using “warship” in writing
Two-syllable words like "warship" (war · ship) 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, “warship” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.