How many syllables in “woodworking”?
syllables in "woodworking"
Word details
Syllables
3
wood · wor · king
Letters
11
w · o · o · d · w · o · r · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “woodworking”
The word “woodworking” contains 3 syllables, divided as wood · wor · king. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woodworking" have?
"woodworking" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "woodworking" into syllables?
"woodworking" is divided into syllables as: wood · wor · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "woodworking"?
The Scrabble score for "woodworking" is 23 points.
Using “woodworking” in writing
Three-syllable words like "woodworking" (wood · wor · king) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “woodworking” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.