How many syllables in “boutonniere”?
syllables in "boutonniere"
Word details
Syllables
3
bout · onni · ere
Letters
11
b · o · u · t · o · n · n · i · e · r · e
Scrabble
13
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About the word “boutonniere”
The word “boutonniere” contains 3 syllables, divided as bout · onni · ere. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "boutonniere" have?
"boutonniere" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "boutonniere" into syllables?
"boutonniere" is divided into syllables as: bout · onni · ere.
What is the Scrabble score for "boutonniere"?
The Scrabble score for "boutonniere" is 13 points.
Using “boutonniere” in writing
Three-syllable words like "boutonniere" (bout · onni · ere) 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, “boutonniere” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.