How many syllables in “windsurfs”?
syllables in "windsurfs"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · dsurfs
Letters
9
w · i · n · d · s · u · r · f · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “windsurfs”
The word “windsurfs” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · dsurfs. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windsurfs" have?
"windsurfs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windsurfs" into syllables?
"windsurfs" is divided into syllables as: win · dsurfs.
What is the Scrabble score for "windsurfs"?
The Scrabble score for "windsurfs" is 16 points.
Using “windsurfs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windsurfs" (win · dsurfs) 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, “windsurfs” 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.