How many syllables in “dumbfounder”?
syllables in "dumbfounder"
Word details
Syllables
3
dum · bfoun · der
Letters
11
d · u · m · b · f · o · u · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
20
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About the word “dumbfounder”
The word “dumbfounder” contains 3 syllables, divided as dum · bfoun · der. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dumbfounder" have?
"dumbfounder" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "dumbfounder" into syllables?
"dumbfounder" is divided into syllables as: dum · bfoun · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "dumbfounder"?
The Scrabble score for "dumbfounder" is 20 points.
Using “dumbfounder” in writing
Three-syllable words like "dumbfounder" (dum · bfoun · der) 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, “dumbfounder” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.