How many syllables in “whippoorwills”?
syllables in "whippoorwills"
Word details
Syllables
3
whip · poor · wills
Letters
13
w · h · i · p · p · o · o · r · w · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
26
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About the word “whippoorwills”
The word “whippoorwills” contains 3 syllables, divided as whip · poor · wills. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "whippoorwills" have?
"whippoorwills" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "whippoorwills" into syllables?
"whippoorwills" is divided into syllables as: whip · poor · wills.
What is the Scrabble score for "whippoorwills"?
The Scrabble score for "whippoorwills" is 26 points.
Using “whippoorwills” in writing
Three-syllable words like "whippoorwills" (whip · poor · wills) 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, “whippoorwills” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.