How many syllables in “beachcombers”?
syllables in "beachcombers"
Word details
Syllables
3
beac · hcom · bers
Letters
12
b · e · a · c · h · c · o · m · b · e · r · s
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “beachcombers”
The word “beachcombers” contains 3 syllables, divided as beac · hcom · bers. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "beachcombers" have?
"beachcombers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "beachcombers" into syllables?
"beachcombers" is divided into syllables as: beac · hcom · bers.
What is the Scrabble score for "beachcombers"?
The Scrabble score for "beachcombers" is 25 points.
Using “beachcombers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "beachcombers" (beac · hcom · bers) 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, “beachcombers” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.