How many syllables in “backbreaking”?
syllables in "backbreaking"
Word details
Syllables
3
back · brea · king
Letters
12
b · a · c · k · b · r · e · a · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “backbreaking”
The word “backbreaking” contains 3 syllables, divided as back · brea · king. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "backbreaking" have?
"backbreaking" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "backbreaking" into syllables?
"backbreaking" is divided into syllables as: back · brea · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "backbreaking"?
The Scrabble score for "backbreaking" is 27 points.
Using “backbreaking” in writing
Three-syllable words like "backbreaking" (back · brea · king) 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, “backbreaking” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.