How many syllables in “windows”?
syllables in "windows"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · dows
Letters
7
w · i · n · d · o · w · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “windows”
The word “windows” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · dows. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windows" have?
"windows" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windows" into syllables?
"windows" is divided into syllables as: win · dows.
What is the Scrabble score for "windows"?
The Scrabble score for "windows" is 14 points.
Using “windows” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windows" (win · dows) 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, “windows” 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.