How many syllables in “wildish”?
syllables in "wildish"
Word details
Syllables
2
wil · dish
Letters
7
w · i · l · d · i · s · h
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “wildish”
The word “wildish” contains 2 syllables, divided as wil · dish. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wildish" have?
"wildish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wildish" into syllables?
"wildish" is divided into syllables as: wil · dish.
What is the Scrabble score for "wildish"?
The Scrabble score for "wildish" is 14 points.
Using “wildish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wildish" (wil · dish) 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, “wildish” is worth 14 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.