How many syllables in “wildwoods”?
syllables in "wildwoods"
Word details
Syllables
2
wil · dwoods
Letters
9
w · i · l · d · w · o · o · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “wildwoods”
The word “wildwoods” contains 2 syllables, divided as wil · dwoods. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wildwoods" have?
"wildwoods" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wildwoods" into syllables?
"wildwoods" is divided into syllables as: wil · dwoods.
What is the Scrabble score for "wildwoods"?
The Scrabble score for "wildwoods" is 17 points.
Using “wildwoods” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wildwoods" (wil · dwoods) 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, “wildwoods” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.