How many syllables in “doughnutlike”?
syllables in "doughnutlike"
Word details
Syllables
3
doug · hnut · like
Letters
12
d · o · u · g · h · n · u · t · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “doughnutlike”
The word “doughnutlike” contains 3 syllables, divided as doug · hnut · like. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doughnutlike" have?
"doughnutlike" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "doughnutlike" into syllables?
"doughnutlike" is divided into syllables as: doug · hnut · like.
What is the Scrabble score for "doughnutlike"?
The Scrabble score for "doughnutlike" is 21 points.
Using “doughnutlike” in writing
Three-syllable words like "doughnutlike" (doug · hnut · 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, “doughnutlike” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.