How many syllables in “wildlife”?
syllables in "wildlife"
Word details
Syllables
2
wild · life
Letters
8
w · i · l · d · l · i · f · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “wildlife”
The word “wildlife” contains 2 syllables, divided as wild · life. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wildlife" have?
"wildlife" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wildlife" into syllables?
"wildlife" is divided into syllables as: wild · life.
What is the Scrabble score for "wildlife"?
The Scrabble score for "wildlife" is 15 points.
Using “wildlife” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wildlife" (wild · life) 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, “wildlife” 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.