How many syllables in “weeklies”?
syllables in "weeklies"
Word details
Syllables
2
week · lies
Letters
8
w · e · e · k · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “weeklies”
The word “weeklies” contains 2 syllables, divided as week · lies. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weeklies" have?
"weeklies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "weeklies" into syllables?
"weeklies" is divided into syllables as: week · lies.
What is the Scrabble score for "weeklies"?
The Scrabble score for "weeklies" is 15 points.
Using “weeklies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "weeklies" (week · lies) 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, “weeklies” 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.