How many syllables in “butterfingered”?
syllables in "butterfingered"
Word details
Syllables
4
butt · erfi · nger · ed
Letters
14
b · u · t · t · e · r · f · i · n · g · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “butterfingered”
The word “butterfingered” contains 4 syllables, divided as butt · erfi · nger · ed. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "butterfingered" have?
"butterfingered" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "butterfingered" into syllables?
"butterfingered" is divided into syllables as: butt · erfi · nger · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "butterfingered"?
The Scrabble score for "butterfingered" is 21 points.
Using “butterfingered” in writing
Four-syllable words like "butterfingered" (butt · erfi · nger · ed) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “butterfingered” 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.