How many syllables in “windmills”?
syllables in "windmills"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · dmills
Letters
9
w · i · n · d · m · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “windmills”
The word “windmills” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · dmills. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windmills" have?
"windmills" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windmills" into syllables?
"windmills" is divided into syllables as: win · dmills.
What is the Scrabble score for "windmills"?
The Scrabble score for "windmills" is 15 points.
Using “windmills” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windmills" (win · dmills) 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, “windmills” 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.