How many syllables in “blabbering”?
syllables in "blabbering"
Word details
Syllables
3
blab · be · ring
Letters
10
b · l · a · b · b · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “blabbering”
The word “blabbering” contains 3 syllables, divided as blab · be · ring. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blabbering" have?
"blabbering" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blabbering" into syllables?
"blabbering" is divided into syllables as: blab · be · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "blabbering"?
The Scrabble score for "blabbering" is 17 points.
Using “blabbering” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blabbering" (blab · be · ring) 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, “blabbering” 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.