How many syllables in “weirdo”?
syllables in "weirdo"
Word details
Syllables
2
weir · do
Letters
6
w · e · i · r · d · o
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “weirdo”
The word “weirdo” contains 2 syllables, divided as weir · do. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weirdo" have?
"weirdo" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "weirdo" into syllables?
"weirdo" is divided into syllables as: weir · do.
What is the Scrabble score for "weirdo"?
The Scrabble score for "weirdo" is 10 points.
Using “weirdo” in writing
Two-syllable words like "weirdo" (weir · do) 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, “weirdo” 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.