How many syllables in “windsurfing”?
syllables in "windsurfing"
Word details
Syllables
3
win · dsur · fing
Letters
11
w · i · n · d · s · u · r · f · i · n · g
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “windsurfing”
The word “windsurfing” contains 3 syllables, divided as win · dsur · fing. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windsurfing" have?
"windsurfing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "windsurfing" into syllables?
"windsurfing" is divided into syllables as: win · dsur · fing.
What is the Scrabble score for "windsurfing"?
The Scrabble score for "windsurfing" is 19 points.
Using “windsurfing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "windsurfing" (win · dsur · fing) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “windsurfing” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.