How many syllables in “brazening”?
syllables in "brazening"
Word details
Syllables
3
bra · ze · ning
Letters
9
b · r · a · z · e · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “brazening”
The word “brazening” contains 3 syllables, divided as bra · ze · ning. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brazening" have?
"brazening" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "brazening" into syllables?
"brazening" is divided into syllables as: bra · ze · ning.
What is the Scrabble score for "brazening"?
The Scrabble score for "brazening" is 21 points.
Using “brazening” in writing
Three-syllable words like "brazening" (bra · ze · ning) 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, “brazening” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.