How many syllables in “brainpower”?
syllables in "brainpower"
Word details
Syllables
3
brain · po · wer
Letters
10
b · r · a · i · n · p · o · w · e · r
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “brainpower”
The word “brainpower” contains 3 syllables, divided as brain · po · wer. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brainpower" have?
"brainpower" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "brainpower" into syllables?
"brainpower" is divided into syllables as: brain · po · wer.
What is the Scrabble score for "brainpower"?
The Scrabble score for "brainpower" is 17 points.
Using “brainpower” in writing
Three-syllable words like "brainpower" (brain · po · wer) 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, “brainpower” 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.