How many syllables in “brainwashers”?
syllables in "brainwashers"
Word details
Syllables
3
brain · was · hers
Letters
12
b · r · a · i · n · w · a · s · h · e · r · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “brainwashers”
The word “brainwashers” contains 3 syllables, divided as brain · was · hers. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brainwashers" have?
"brainwashers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "brainwashers" into syllables?
"brainwashers" is divided into syllables as: brain · was · hers.
What is the Scrabble score for "brainwashers"?
The Scrabble score for "brainwashers" is 20 points.
Using “brainwashers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "brainwashers" (brain · was · 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, “brainwashers” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.