How many syllables in “woodworm”?
syllables in "woodworm"
Word details
Syllables
2
wood · worm
Letters
8
w · o · o · d · w · o · r · m
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “woodworm”
The word “woodworm” contains 2 syllables, divided as wood · worm. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woodworm" have?
"woodworm" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "woodworm" into syllables?
"woodworm" is divided into syllables as: wood · worm.
What is the Scrabble score for "woodworm"?
The Scrabble score for "woodworm" is 17 points.
Using “woodworm” in writing
Two-syllable words like "woodworm" (wood · worm) 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, “woodworm” 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 “woodworm”
The letters in “woodworm” can be rearranged to spell one other word: wormwood.