How many syllables in “warships”?
syllables in "warships"
Word details
Syllables
2
war · ships
Letters
8
w · a · r · s · h · i · p · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “warships”
The word “warships” contains 2 syllables, divided as war · ships. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "warships" have?
"warships" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "warships" into syllables?
"warships" is divided into syllables as: war · ships.
What is the Scrabble score for "warships"?
The Scrabble score for "warships" is 16 points.
Using “warships” in writing
Two-syllable words like "warships" (war · ships) 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, “warships” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.