How many syllables in “windpipe”?
syllables in "windpipe"
Word details
Syllables
2
wind · pipe
Letters
8
w · i · n · d · p · i · p · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “windpipe”
The word “windpipe” contains 2 syllables, divided as wind · pipe. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windpipe" have?
"windpipe" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windpipe" into syllables?
"windpipe" is divided into syllables as: wind · pipe.
What is the Scrabble score for "windpipe"?
The Scrabble score for "windpipe" is 16 points.
Using “windpipe” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windpipe" (wind · pipe) 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, “windpipe” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.