How many syllables in “windbreaks”?
syllables in "windbreaks"
Word details
Syllables
2
wind · breaks
Letters
10
w · i · n · d · b · r · e · a · k · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “windbreaks”
The word “windbreaks” contains 2 syllables, divided as wind · breaks. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windbreaks" have?
"windbreaks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windbreaks" into syllables?
"windbreaks" is divided into syllables as: wind · breaks.
What is the Scrabble score for "windbreaks"?
The Scrabble score for "windbreaks" is 20 points.
Using “windbreaks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windbreaks" (wind · breaks) 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, “windbreaks” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.