How many syllables in “wildwood”?
syllables in "wildwood"
Word details
Syllables
2
wil · dwood
Letters
8
w · i · l · d · w · o · o · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “wildwood”
The word “wildwood” contains 2 syllables, divided as wil · dwood. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wildwood" have?
"wildwood" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wildwood" into syllables?
"wildwood" is divided into syllables as: wil · dwood.
What is the Scrabble score for "wildwood"?
The Scrabble score for "wildwood" is 16 points.
Using “wildwood” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wildwood" (wil · dwood) 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, “wildwood” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.