How many syllables in “dumbfounded”?
syllables in "dumbfounded"
Word details
Syllables
3
dum · bfoun · ded
Letters
11
d · u · m · b · f · o · u · n · d · e · d
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “dumbfounded”
The word “dumbfounded” contains 3 syllables, divided as dum · bfoun · ded. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dumbfounded" have?
"dumbfounded" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "dumbfounded" into syllables?
"dumbfounded" is divided into syllables as: dum · bfoun · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "dumbfounded"?
The Scrabble score for "dumbfounded" is 21 points.
Using “dumbfounded” in writing
Three-syllable words like "dumbfounded" (dum · bfoun · ded) 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, “dumbfounded” 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.