How many syllables in “bremsstrahlung”?
syllables in "bremsstrahlung"
Word details
Syllables
3
brems · strah · lung
Letters
14
b · r · e · m · s · s · t · r · a · h · l · u · n · g
Scrabble
22
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About the word “bremsstrahlung”
The word “bremsstrahlung” contains 3 syllables, divided as brems · strah · lung. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bremsstrahlung" have?
"bremsstrahlung" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bremsstrahlung" into syllables?
"bremsstrahlung" is divided into syllables as: brems · strah · lung.
What is the Scrabble score for "bremsstrahlung"?
The Scrabble score for "bremsstrahlung" is 22 points.
Using “bremsstrahlung” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bremsstrahlung" (brems · strah · lung) 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, “bremsstrahlung” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.