How many syllables in “workday”?
syllables in "workday"
Word details
Syllables
2
wor · kday
Letters
7
w · o · r · k · d · a · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “workday”
The word “workday” contains 2 syllables, divided as wor · kday. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "workday" have?
"workday" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "workday" into syllables?
"workday" is divided into syllables as: wor · kday.
What is the Scrabble score for "workday"?
The Scrabble score for "workday" is 18 points.
Using “workday” in writing
Two-syllable words like "workday" (wor · kday) 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, “workday” 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 “workday”
The letters in “workday” can be rearranged to spell one other word: daywork.