How many syllables in “blandishers”?
syllables in "blandishers"
Word details
Syllables
3
blan · dis · hers
Letters
11
b · l · a · n · d · i · s · h · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “blandishers”
The word “blandishers” contains 3 syllables, divided as blan · dis · hers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blandishers" have?
"blandishers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blandishers" into syllables?
"blandishers" is divided into syllables as: blan · dis · hers.
What is the Scrabble score for "blandishers"?
The Scrabble score for "blandishers" is 17 points.
Using “blandishers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blandishers" (blan · dis · hers) 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, “blandishers” 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.