How many syllables in “welterweights”?
syllables in "welterweights"
Word details
Syllables
3
wel · ter · weights
Letters
13
w · e · l · t · e · r · w · e · i · g · h · t · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “welterweights”
The word “welterweights” contains 3 syllables, divided as wel · ter · weights. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "welterweights" have?
"welterweights" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "welterweights" into syllables?
"welterweights" is divided into syllables as: wel · ter · weights.
What is the Scrabble score for "welterweights"?
The Scrabble score for "welterweights" is 23 points.
Using “welterweights” in writing
Three-syllable words like "welterweights" (wel · ter · weights) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “welterweights” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.