How many syllables in “windsurf”?
syllables in "windsurf"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · dsurf
Letters
8
w · i · n · d · s · u · r · f
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “windsurf”
The word “windsurf” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · dsurf. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windsurf" have?
"windsurf" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windsurf" into syllables?
"windsurf" is divided into syllables as: win · dsurf.
What is the Scrabble score for "windsurf"?
The Scrabble score for "windsurf" is 15 points.
Using “windsurf” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windsurf" (win · dsurf) 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, “windsurf” 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.