How many syllables in “windthrow”?
syllables in "windthrow"
Word details
Syllables
2
wind · throw
Letters
9
w · i · n · d · t · h · r · o · w
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “windthrow”
The word “windthrow” contains 2 syllables, divided as wind · throw. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windthrow" have?
"windthrow" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windthrow" into syllables?
"windthrow" is divided into syllables as: wind · throw.
What is the Scrabble score for "windthrow"?
The Scrabble score for "windthrow" is 19 points.
Using “windthrow” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windthrow" (wind · throw) 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, “windthrow” 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.