How many syllables in “woodworms”?
syllables in "woodworms"
Word details
Syllables
2
wood · worms
Letters
9
w · o · o · d · w · o · r · m · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “woodworms”
The word “woodworms” contains 2 syllables, divided as wood · worms. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woodworms" have?
"woodworms" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "woodworms" into syllables?
"woodworms" is divided into syllables as: wood · worms.
What is the Scrabble score for "woodworms"?
The Scrabble score for "woodworms" is 18 points.
Using “woodworms” in writing
Two-syllable words like "woodworms" (wood · worms) 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, “woodworms” is worth 18 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 “woodworms”
The letters in “woodworms” can be rearranged to spell one other word: wormwoods.