How many syllables in “window”?
syllables in "window"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · dow
Letters
6
w · i · n · d · o · w
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “window”
The word “window” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · dow. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "window" have?
"window" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "window" into syllables?
"window" is divided into syllables as: win · dow.
What is the Scrabble score for "window"?
The Scrabble score for "window" is 13 points.
Using “window” in writing
Two-syllable words like "window" (win · dow) 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, “window” is worth 13 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.