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How many syllables in “donnybrook”?

3

syllables in "donnybrook"

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Word details

Syllables

3

don · ny · brook

Letters

10

d · o · n · n · y · b · r · o · o · k

Scrabble

20

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
o1
n1
n1
y4
b3
r1
o1
o1
k5

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About the word “donnybrook

The word donnybrook contains 3 syllables, divided as don · ny · brook. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "donnybrook" have?

"donnybrook" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "donnybrook" into syllables?

"donnybrook" is divided into syllables as: don · ny · brook.

What is the Scrabble score for "donnybrook"?

The Scrabble score for "donnybrook" is 20 points.

Using “donnybrook” in writing

Three-syllable words like "donnybrook" (don · ny · brook) 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, donnybrook is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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