How many syllables in “wingtip”?
syllables in "wingtip"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · gtip
Letters
7
w · i · n · g · t · i · p
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “wingtip”
The word “wingtip” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · gtip. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wingtip" have?
"wingtip" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wingtip" into syllables?
"wingtip" is divided into syllables as: win · gtip.
What is the Scrabble score for "wingtip"?
The Scrabble score for "wingtip" is 13 points.
Using “wingtip” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wingtip" (win · gtip) 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, “wingtip” is worth 13 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.