How many syllables in “featherbeds”?
syllables in "featherbeds"
Word details
Syllables
3
feat · her · beds
Letters
11
f · e · a · t · h · e · r · b · e · d · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “featherbeds”
The word “featherbeds” contains 3 syllables, divided as feat · her · beds. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "featherbeds" have?
"featherbeds" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "featherbeds" into syllables?
"featherbeds" is divided into syllables as: feat · her · beds.
What is the Scrabble score for "featherbeds"?
The Scrabble score for "featherbeds" is 20 points.
Using “featherbeds” in writing
Three-syllable words like "featherbeds" (feat · her · beds) 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, “featherbeds” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.