How many syllables in “blindfolded”?
syllables in "blindfolded"
Word details
Syllables
3
blin · dfol · ded
Letters
11
b · l · i · n · d · f · o · l · d · e · d
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “blindfolded”
The word “blindfolded” contains 3 syllables, divided as blin · dfol · ded. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blindfolded" have?
"blindfolded" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blindfolded" into syllables?
"blindfolded" is divided into syllables as: blin · dfol · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "blindfolded"?
The Scrabble score for "blindfolded" is 19 points.
Using “blindfolded” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blindfolded" (blin · dfol · ded) 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, “blindfolded” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.