How many syllables in “weatherboard”?
syllables in "weatherboard"
Word details
Syllables
3
weat · her · board
Letters
12
w · e · a · t · h · e · r · b · o · a · r · d
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “weatherboard”
The word “weatherboard” contains 3 syllables, divided as weat · her · board. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weatherboard" have?
"weatherboard" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "weatherboard" into syllables?
"weatherboard" is divided into syllables as: weat · her · board.
What is the Scrabble score for "weatherboard"?
The Scrabble score for "weatherboard" is 21 points.
Using “weatherboard” in writing
Three-syllable words like "weatherboard" (weat · her · board) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “weatherboard” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.