How many syllables in “woeful”?
syllables in "woeful"
Word details
Syllables
2
woe · ful
Letters
6
w · o · e · f · u · l
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “woeful”
The word “woeful” contains 2 syllables, divided as woe · ful. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woeful" have?
"woeful" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "woeful" into syllables?
"woeful" is divided into syllables as: woe · ful.
What is the Scrabble score for "woeful"?
The Scrabble score for "woeful" is 12 points.
Using “woeful” in writing
Two-syllable words like "woeful" (woe · ful) 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, “woeful” is worth 12 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.