How many syllables in “blackmailing”?
syllables in "blackmailing"
Word details
Syllables
3
blac · kmai · ling
Letters
12
b · l · a · c · k · m · a · i · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “blackmailing”
The word “blackmailing” contains 3 syllables, divided as blac · kmai · ling. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blackmailing" have?
"blackmailing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blackmailing" into syllables?
"blackmailing" is divided into syllables as: blac · kmai · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "blackmailing"?
The Scrabble score for "blackmailing" is 23 points.
Using “blackmailing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blackmailing" (blac · kmai · ling) 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, “blackmailing” 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.