How many syllables in “daggerlike”?
syllables in "daggerlike"
Word details
Syllables
3
dagg · erli · ke
Letters
10
d · a · g · g · e · r · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “daggerlike”
The word “daggerlike” contains 3 syllables, divided as dagg · erli · ke. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "daggerlike" have?
"daggerlike" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "daggerlike" into syllables?
"daggerlike" is divided into syllables as: dagg · erli · ke.
What is the Scrabble score for "daggerlike"?
The Scrabble score for "daggerlike" is 17 points.
Using “daggerlike” in writing
Three-syllable words like "daggerlike" (dagg · erli · ke) 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, “daggerlike” 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.