How many syllables in “djellabahs”?
syllables in "djellabahs"
Word details
Syllables
3
djel · la · bahs
Letters
10
d · j · e · l · l · a · b · a · h · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “djellabahs”
The word “djellabahs” contains 3 syllables, divided as djel · la · bahs. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "djellabahs" have?
"djellabahs" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "djellabahs" into syllables?
"djellabahs" is divided into syllables as: djel · la · bahs.
What is the Scrabble score for "djellabahs"?
The Scrabble score for "djellabahs" is 23 points.
Using “djellabahs” in writing
Three-syllable words like "djellabahs" (djel · la · bahs) 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, “djellabahs” 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.