How many syllables in “weirdness”?
syllables in "weirdness"
Word details
Syllables
2
weir · dness
Letters
9
w · e · i · r · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “weirdness”
The word “weirdness” contains 2 syllables, divided as weir · dness. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weirdness" have?
"weirdness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "weirdness" into syllables?
"weirdness" is divided into syllables as: weir · dness.
What is the Scrabble score for "weirdness"?
The Scrabble score for "weirdness" is 13 points.
Using “weirdness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "weirdness" (weir · dness) 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, “weirdness” is worth 13 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.