How many syllables in “windchill”?
syllables in "windchill"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · dchill
Letters
9
w · i · n · d · c · h · i · l · l
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “windchill”
The word “windchill” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · dchill. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windchill" have?
"windchill" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windchill" into syllables?
"windchill" is divided into syllables as: win · dchill.
What is the Scrabble score for "windchill"?
The Scrabble score for "windchill" is 18 points.
Using “windchill” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windchill" (win · dchill) 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, “windchill” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.