How many syllables in “bedraggling”?
syllables in "bedraggling"
Word details
Syllables
3
be · drag · gling
Letters
11
b · e · d · r · a · g · g · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “bedraggling”
The word “bedraggling” contains 3 syllables, divided as be · drag · gling. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bedraggling" have?
"bedraggling" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bedraggling" into syllables?
"bedraggling" is divided into syllables as: be · drag · gling.
What is the Scrabble score for "bedraggling"?
The Scrabble score for "bedraggling" is 17 points.
Using “bedraggling” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bedraggling" (be · drag · gling) 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, “bedraggling” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.