How many syllables in “windbreaker”?
syllables in "windbreaker"
Word details
Syllables
3
wind · brea · ker
Letters
11
w · i · n · d · b · r · e · a · k · e · r
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “windbreaker”
The word “windbreaker” contains 3 syllables, divided as wind · brea · ker. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windbreaker" have?
"windbreaker" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "windbreaker" into syllables?
"windbreaker" is divided into syllables as: wind · brea · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "windbreaker"?
The Scrabble score for "windbreaker" is 21 points.
Using “windbreaker” in writing
Three-syllable words like "windbreaker" (wind · brea · ker) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “windbreaker” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.