How many syllables in “dribblets”?
syllables in "dribblets"
Word details
Syllables
2
drib · blets
Letters
9
d · r · i · b · b · l · e · t · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “dribblets”
The word “dribblets” contains 2 syllables, divided as drib · blets. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dribblets" have?
"dribblets" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dribblets" into syllables?
"dribblets" is divided into syllables as: drib · blets.
What is the Scrabble score for "dribblets"?
The Scrabble score for "dribblets" is 14 points.
Using “dribblets” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dribblets" (drib · blets) 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, “dribblets” is worth 14 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.