How many syllables in “weirdoes”?
syllables in "weirdoes"
Word details
Syllables
2
weir · does
Letters
8
w · e · i · r · d · o · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “weirdoes”
The word “weirdoes” contains 2 syllables, divided as weir · does. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weirdoes" have?
"weirdoes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "weirdoes" into syllables?
"weirdoes" is divided into syllables as: weir · does.
What is the Scrabble score for "weirdoes"?
The Scrabble score for "weirdoes" is 12 points.
Using “weirdoes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "weirdoes" (weir · does) 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, “weirdoes” is worth 12 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.
Anagrams of “weirdoes”
The letters in “weirdoes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: doweries.