How many syllables in “daydreamlike”?
syllables in "daydreamlike"
Word details
Syllables
3
dayd · ream · like
Letters
12
d · a · y · d · r · e · a · m · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “daydreamlike”
The word “daydreamlike” contains 3 syllables, divided as dayd · ream · like. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "daydreamlike" have?
"daydreamlike" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "daydreamlike" into syllables?
"daydreamlike" is divided into syllables as: dayd · ream · like.
What is the Scrabble score for "daydreamlike"?
The Scrabble score for "daydreamlike" is 23 points.
Using “daydreamlike” in writing
Three-syllable words like "daydreamlike" (dayd · ream · like) 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, “daydreamlike” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.