How many syllables in “controllers”?
syllables in "controllers"
Word details
Syllables
3
con · trol · lers
Letters
11
c · o · n · t · r · o · l · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “controllers”
The word “controllers” contains 3 syllables, divided as con · trol · lers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "controllers" have?
"controllers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "controllers" into syllables?
"controllers" is divided into syllables as: con · trol · lers.
What is the Scrabble score for "controllers"?
The Scrabble score for "controllers" is 13 points.
Using “controllers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "controllers" (con · trol · lers) 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, “controllers” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.