How many syllables in “windmilled”?
syllables in "windmilled"
Word details
Syllables
2
windm · illed
Letters
10
w · i · n · d · m · i · l · l · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “windmilled”
The word “windmilled” contains 2 syllables, divided as windm · illed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windmilled" have?
"windmilled" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windmilled" into syllables?
"windmilled" is divided into syllables as: windm · illed.
What is the Scrabble score for "windmilled"?
The Scrabble score for "windmilled" is 17 points.
Using “windmilled” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windmilled" (windm · illed) 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, “windmilled” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.