How many syllables in “woodbine”?
syllables in "woodbine"
Word details
Syllables
2
wood · bine
Letters
8
w · o · o · d · b · i · n · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “woodbine”
The word “woodbine” contains 2 syllables, divided as wood · bine. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woodbine" have?
"woodbine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "woodbine" into syllables?
"woodbine" is divided into syllables as: wood · bine.
What is the Scrabble score for "woodbine"?
The Scrabble score for "woodbine" is 14 points.
Using “woodbine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "woodbine" (wood · bine) 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, “woodbine” 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.