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