How many syllables in “djellabas”?
syllables in "djellabas"
Word details
Syllables
3
djel · la · bas
Letters
9
d · j · e · l · l · a · b · a · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “djellabas”
The word “djellabas” contains 3 syllables, divided as djel · la · bas. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "djellabas" have?
"djellabas" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "djellabas" into syllables?
"djellabas" is divided into syllables as: djel · la · bas.
What is the Scrabble score for "djellabas"?
The Scrabble score for "djellabas" is 19 points.
Using “djellabas” in writing
Three-syllable words like "djellabas" (djel · la · bas) 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, “djellabas” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.