How many syllables in “featherbed”?
syllables in "featherbed"
Word details
Syllables
2
feath · erbed
Letters
10
f · e · a · t · h · e · r · b · e · d
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “featherbed”
The word “featherbed” contains 2 syllables, divided as feath · erbed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "featherbed" have?
"featherbed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "featherbed" into syllables?
"featherbed" is divided into syllables as: feath · erbed.
What is the Scrabble score for "featherbed"?
The Scrabble score for "featherbed" is 19 points.
Using “featherbed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "featherbed" (feath · erbed) 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, “featherbed” 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.