How many syllables in “weeknights”?
syllables in "weeknights"
Word details
Syllables
2
week · nights
Letters
10
w · e · e · k · n · i · g · h · t · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “weeknights”
The word “weeknights” contains 2 syllables, divided as week · nights. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weeknights" have?
"weeknights" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "weeknights" into syllables?
"weeknights" is divided into syllables as: week · nights.
What is the Scrabble score for "weeknights"?
The Scrabble score for "weeknights" is 21 points.
Using “weeknights” in writing
Two-syllable words like "weeknights" (week · nights) 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, “weeknights” 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.