How many syllables in “blueberries”?
syllables in "blueberries"
Word details
Syllables
3
blue · ber · ries
Letters
11
b · l · u · e · b · e · r · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “blueberries”
The word “blueberries” contains 3 syllables, divided as blue · ber · ries. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blueberries" have?
"blueberries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blueberries" into syllables?
"blueberries" is divided into syllables as: blue · ber · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "blueberries"?
The Scrabble score for "blueberries" is 15 points.
Using “blueberries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blueberries" (blue · ber · ries) 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, “blueberries” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.