How many syllables in “drumbeatings”?
syllables in "drumbeatings"
Word details
Syllables
3
drum · bea · tings
Letters
12
d · r · u · m · b · e · a · t · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “drumbeatings”
The word “drumbeatings” contains 3 syllables, divided as drum · bea · tings. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drumbeatings" have?
"drumbeatings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "drumbeatings" into syllables?
"drumbeatings" is divided into syllables as: drum · bea · tings.
What is the Scrabble score for "drumbeatings"?
The Scrabble score for "drumbeatings" is 18 points.
Using “drumbeatings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "drumbeatings" (drum · bea · tings) 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, “drumbeatings” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.