How many syllables in “dumbwaiters”?
syllables in "dumbwaiters"
Word details
Syllables
3
dum · bwai · ters
Letters
11
d · u · m · b · w · a · i · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “dumbwaiters”
The word “dumbwaiters” contains 3 syllables, divided as dum · bwai · ters. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dumbwaiters" have?
"dumbwaiters" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "dumbwaiters" into syllables?
"dumbwaiters" is divided into syllables as: dum · bwai · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "dumbwaiters"?
The Scrabble score for "dumbwaiters" is 19 points.
Using “dumbwaiters” in writing
Three-syllable words like "dumbwaiters" (dum · bwai · ters) 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, “dumbwaiters” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.