How many syllables in “workaday”?
syllables in "workaday"
Word details
Syllables
3
wor · ka · day
Letters
8
w · o · r · k · a · d · a · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “workaday”
The word “workaday” contains 3 syllables, divided as wor · ka · day. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "workaday" have?
"workaday" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "workaday" into syllables?
"workaday" is divided into syllables as: wor · ka · day.
What is the Scrabble score for "workaday"?
The Scrabble score for "workaday" is 19 points.
Using “workaday” in writing
Three-syllable words like "workaday" (wor · ka · day) 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, “workaday” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.