How many syllables in “weasels”?
syllables in "weasels"
Word details
Syllables
2
wea · sels
Letters
7
w · e · a · s · e · l · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “weasels”
The word “weasels” contains 2 syllables, divided as wea · sels. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weasels" have?
"weasels" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "weasels" into syllables?
"weasels" is divided into syllables as: wea · sels.
What is the Scrabble score for "weasels"?
The Scrabble score for "weasels" is 10 points.
Using “weasels” in writing
Two-syllable words like "weasels" (wea · sels) 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, “weasels” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “weasels”
The letters in “weasels” can be rearranged to spell one other word: aweless.