How many syllables in “dumbfounding”?
syllables in "dumbfounding"
Word details
Syllables
3
dum · bfoun · ding
Letters
12
d · u · m · b · f · o · u · n · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “dumbfounding”
The word “dumbfounding” contains 3 syllables, divided as dum · bfoun · ding. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dumbfounding" have?
"dumbfounding" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "dumbfounding" into syllables?
"dumbfounding" is divided into syllables as: dum · bfoun · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "dumbfounding"?
The Scrabble score for "dumbfounding" is 22 points.
Using “dumbfounding” in writing
Three-syllable words like "dumbfounding" (dum · bfoun · ding) 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, “dumbfounding” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.