How many syllables in “woman”?
syllables in "woman"
Word details
Syllables
2
wo · man
Letters
5
w · o · m · a · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “woman”
The word “woman” contains 2 syllables, divided as wo · man. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woman" have?
"woman" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "woman" into syllables?
"woman" is divided into syllables as: wo · man.
What is the Scrabble score for "woman"?
The Scrabble score for "woman" is 10 points.
Using “woman” in writing
Two-syllable words like "woman" (wo · man) 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, “woman” is worth 10 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.