How many syllables in “fingerlings”?
syllables in "fingerlings"
Word details
Syllables
3
fin · ger · lings
Letters
11
f · i · n · g · e · r · l · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “fingerlings”
The word “fingerlings” contains 3 syllables, divided as fin · ger · lings. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fingerlings" have?
"fingerlings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fingerlings" into syllables?
"fingerlings" is divided into syllables as: fin · ger · lings.
What is the Scrabble score for "fingerlings"?
The Scrabble score for "fingerlings" is 16 points.
Using “fingerlings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fingerlings" (fin · ger · lings) 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, “fingerlings” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.