How many syllables in “wraithlike”?
syllables in "wraithlike"
Word details
Syllables
2
wrait · hlike
Letters
10
w · r · a · i · t · h · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “wraithlike”
The word “wraithlike” contains 2 syllables, divided as wrait · hlike. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wraithlike" have?
"wraithlike" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wraithlike" into syllables?
"wraithlike" is divided into syllables as: wrait · hlike.
What is the Scrabble score for "wraithlike"?
The Scrabble score for "wraithlike" is 20 points.
Using “wraithlike” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wraithlike" (wrait · hlike) 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, “wraithlike” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.