How many syllables in “cupbearers”?
syllables in "cupbearers"
Word details
Syllables
3
cup · bea · rers
Letters
10
c · u · p · b · e · a · r · e · r · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “cupbearers”
The word “cupbearers” contains 3 syllables, divided as cup · bea · rers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cupbearers" have?
"cupbearers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cupbearers" into syllables?
"cupbearers" is divided into syllables as: cup · bea · rers.
What is the Scrabble score for "cupbearers"?
The Scrabble score for "cupbearers" is 16 points.
Using “cupbearers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cupbearers" (cup · bea · rers) 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, “cupbearers” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.