How many syllables in “windlass”?
syllables in "windlass"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · dlass
Letters
8
w · i · n · d · l · a · s · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “windlass”
The word “windlass” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · dlass. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windlass" have?
"windlass" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windlass" into syllables?
"windlass" is divided into syllables as: win · dlass.
What is the Scrabble score for "windlass"?
The Scrabble score for "windlass" is 12 points.
Using “windlass” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windlass" (win · dlass) 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, “windlass” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.