How many syllables in “dumbstruck”?
syllables in "dumbstruck"
Word details
Syllables
2
dumb · struck
Letters
10
d · u · m · b · s · t · r · u · c · k
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “dumbstruck”
The word “dumbstruck” contains 2 syllables, divided as dumb · struck. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dumbstruck" have?
"dumbstruck" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dumbstruck" into syllables?
"dumbstruck" is divided into syllables as: dumb · struck.
What is the Scrabble score for "dumbstruck"?
The Scrabble score for "dumbstruck" is 21 points.
Using “dumbstruck” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dumbstruck" (dumb · struck) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “dumbstruck” 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.