How many syllables in “woodlarks”?
syllables in "woodlarks"
Word details
Syllables
2
wood · larks
Letters
9
w · o · o · d · l · a · r · k · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “woodlarks”
The word “woodlarks” contains 2 syllables, divided as wood · larks. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woodlarks" have?
"woodlarks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "woodlarks" into syllables?
"woodlarks" is divided into syllables as: wood · larks.
What is the Scrabble score for "woodlarks"?
The Scrabble score for "woodlarks" is 17 points.
Using “woodlarks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "woodlarks" (wood · larks) 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, “woodlarks” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “woodlarks”
The letters in “woodlarks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: workloads.