How many syllables in “whinstone”?
syllables in "whinstone"
Word details
Syllables
2
whins · tone
Letters
9
w · h · i · n · s · t · o · n · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “whinstone”
The word “whinstone” contains 2 syllables, divided as whins · tone. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "whinstone" have?
"whinstone" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "whinstone" into syllables?
"whinstone" is divided into syllables as: whins · tone.
What is the Scrabble score for "whinstone"?
The Scrabble score for "whinstone" is 15 points.
Using “whinstone” in writing
Two-syllable words like "whinstone" (whins · tone) 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, “whinstone” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “whinstone”
The letters in “whinstone” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nonwhites.