How many syllables in “brinkmanship”?
syllables in "brinkmanship"
Word details
Syllables
3
brin · kman · ship
Letters
12
b · r · i · n · k · m · a · n · s · h · i · p
Scrabble
25
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “brinkmanship”
The word “brinkmanship” contains 3 syllables, divided as brin · kman · ship. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brinkmanship" have?
"brinkmanship" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "brinkmanship" into syllables?
"brinkmanship" is divided into syllables as: brin · kman · ship.
What is the Scrabble score for "brinkmanship"?
The Scrabble score for "brinkmanship" is 25 points.
Using “brinkmanship” in writing
Three-syllable words like "brinkmanship" (brin · kman · ship) 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, “brinkmanship” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.