How many syllables in “badmouthing”?
syllables in "badmouthing"
Word details
Syllables
3
bad · mout · hing
Letters
11
b · a · d · m · o · u · t · h · i · n · g
Scrabble
20
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About the word “badmouthing”
The word “badmouthing” contains 3 syllables, divided as bad · mout · hing. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "badmouthing" have?
"badmouthing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "badmouthing" into syllables?
"badmouthing" is divided into syllables as: bad · mout · hing.
What is the Scrabble score for "badmouthing"?
The Scrabble score for "badmouthing" is 20 points.
Using “badmouthing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "badmouthing" (bad · mout · hing) 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, “badmouthing” 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.