How many syllables in “whammy”?
syllables in "whammy"
Word details
Syllables
2
wham · my
Letters
6
w · h · a · m · m · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “whammy”
The word “whammy” contains 2 syllables, divided as wham · my. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "whammy" have?
"whammy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "whammy" into syllables?
"whammy" is divided into syllables as: wham · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "whammy"?
The Scrabble score for "whammy" is 19 points.
Using “whammy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "whammy" (wham · my) 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, “whammy” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.