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