How many syllables in “blabbermouth”?
syllables in "blabbermouth"
Word details
Syllables
3
blab · ber · mouth
Letters
12
b · l · a · b · b · e · r · m · o · u · t · h
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “blabbermouth”
The word “blabbermouth” contains 3 syllables, divided as blab · ber · mouth. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blabbermouth" have?
"blabbermouth" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blabbermouth" into syllables?
"blabbermouth" is divided into syllables as: blab · ber · mouth.
What is the Scrabble score for "blabbermouth"?
The Scrabble score for "blabbermouth" is 23 points.
Using “blabbermouth” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blabbermouth" (blab · ber · mouth) 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, “blabbermouth” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.