How many syllables in “windthrows”?
syllables in "windthrows"
Word details
Syllables
2
wind · throws
Letters
10
w · i · n · d · t · h · r · o · w · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “windthrows”
The word “windthrows” contains 2 syllables, divided as wind · throws. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windthrows" have?
"windthrows" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windthrows" into syllables?
"windthrows" is divided into syllables as: wind · throws.
What is the Scrabble score for "windthrows"?
The Scrabble score for "windthrows" is 20 points.
Using “windthrows” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windthrows" (wind · throws) 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, “windthrows” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.