How many syllables in “wingspan”?
syllables in "wingspan"
Word details
Syllables
2
wing · span
Letters
8
w · i · n · g · s · p · a · n
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “wingspan”
The word “wingspan” contains 2 syllables, divided as wing · span. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wingspan" have?
"wingspan" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wingspan" into syllables?
"wingspan" is divided into syllables as: wing · span.
What is the Scrabble score for "wingspan"?
The Scrabble score for "wingspan" is 14 points.
Using “wingspan” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wingspan" (wing · span) 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, “wingspan” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “wingspan”
The letters in “wingspan” can be rearranged to spell one other word: spawning.