How many syllables in “doorbell”?
syllables in "doorbell"
Word details
Syllables
2
door · bell
Letters
8
d · o · o · r · b · e · l · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “doorbell”
The word “doorbell” contains 2 syllables, divided as door · bell. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doorbell" have?
"doorbell" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "doorbell" into syllables?
"doorbell" is divided into syllables as: door · bell.
What is the Scrabble score for "doorbell"?
The Scrabble score for "doorbell" is 11 points.
Using “doorbell” in writing
Two-syllable words like "doorbell" (door · bell) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “doorbell” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “doorbell”
The letters in “doorbell” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bordello.