How many syllables in “windmill”?
syllables in "windmill"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · dmill
Letters
8
w · i · n · d · m · i · l · l
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “windmill”
The word “windmill” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · dmill. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windmill" have?
"windmill" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windmill" into syllables?
"windmill" is divided into syllables as: win · dmill.
What is the Scrabble score for "windmill"?
The Scrabble score for "windmill" is 14 points.
Using “windmill” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windmill" (win · dmill) 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, “windmill” is worth 14 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.