How many syllables in “featherweights”?
syllables in "featherweights"
Word details
Syllables
3
feat · her · weights
Letters
14
f · e · a · t · h · e · r · w · e · i · g · h · t · s
Scrabble
27
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About the word “featherweights”
The word “featherweights” contains 3 syllables, divided as feat · her · weights. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "featherweights" have?
"featherweights" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "featherweights" into syllables?
"featherweights" is divided into syllables as: feat · her · weights.
What is the Scrabble score for "featherweights"?
The Scrabble score for "featherweights" is 27 points.
Using “featherweights” in writing
Three-syllable words like "featherweights" (feat · her · weights) 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, “featherweights” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.