How many syllables in “dumbfoundered”?
syllables in "dumbfoundered"
Word details
Syllables
3
dumbf · ounde · red
Letters
13
d · u · m · b · f · o · u · n · d · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
23
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About the word “dumbfoundered”
The word “dumbfoundered” contains 3 syllables, divided as dumbf · ounde · red. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dumbfoundered" have?
"dumbfoundered" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "dumbfoundered" into syllables?
"dumbfoundered" is divided into syllables as: dumbf · ounde · red.
What is the Scrabble score for "dumbfoundered"?
The Scrabble score for "dumbfoundered" is 23 points.
Using “dumbfoundered” in writing
Three-syllable words like "dumbfoundered" (dumbf · ounde · red) 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, “dumbfoundered” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.