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