How many syllables in “watershed”?
syllables in "watershed"
Word details
Syllables
2
water · shed
Letters
9
w · a · t · e · r · s · h · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “watershed”
The word “watershed” contains 2 syllables, divided as water · shed. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "watershed" have?
"watershed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "watershed" into syllables?
"watershed" is divided into syllables as: water · shed.
What is the Scrabble score for "watershed"?
The Scrabble score for "watershed" is 16 points.
Using “watershed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "watershed" (water · shed) 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, “watershed” 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.