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