How many syllables in “woful”?
syllables in "woful"
Word details
Syllables
2
wo · ful
Letters
5
w · o · f · u · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “woful”
The word “woful” contains 2 syllables, divided as wo · ful. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woful" have?
"woful" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "woful" into syllables?
"woful" is divided into syllables as: wo · ful.
What is the Scrabble score for "woful"?
The Scrabble score for "woful" is 11 points.
Using “woful” in writing
Two-syllable words like "woful" (wo · 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, “woful” is worth 11 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.