How many syllables in “woollies”?
syllables in "woollies"
Word details
Syllables
2
wool · lies
Letters
8
w · o · o · l · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “woollies”
The word “woollies” contains 2 syllables, divided as wool · lies. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woollies" have?
"woollies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "woollies" into syllables?
"woollies" is divided into syllables as: wool · lies.
What is the Scrabble score for "woollies"?
The Scrabble score for "woollies" is 11 points.
Using “woollies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "woollies" (wool · lies) 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, “woollies” is worth 11 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.