How many syllables in “windwards”?
syllables in "windwards"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · dwards
Letters
9
w · i · n · d · w · a · r · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “windwards”
The word “windwards” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · dwards. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windwards" have?
"windwards" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windwards" into syllables?
"windwards" is divided into syllables as: win · dwards.
What is the Scrabble score for "windwards"?
The Scrabble score for "windwards" is 17 points.
Using “windwards” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windwards" (win · dwards) 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, “windwards” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.