How many syllables in “blackener”?
syllables in "blackener"
Word details
Syllables
3
blac · ke · ner
Letters
9
b · l · a · c · k · e · n · e · r
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “blackener”
The word “blackener” contains 3 syllables, divided as blac · ke · ner. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blackener" have?
"blackener" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blackener" into syllables?
"blackener" is divided into syllables as: blac · ke · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "blackener"?
The Scrabble score for "blackener" is 17 points.
Using “blackener” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blackener" (blac · ke · ner) 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, “blackener” 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.