How many syllables in “fingerpicked”?
syllables in "fingerpicked"
Word details
Syllables
3
fing · erpi · cked
Letters
12
f · i · n · g · e · r · p · i · c · k · e · d
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “fingerpicked”
The word “fingerpicked” contains 3 syllables, divided as fing · erpi · cked. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fingerpicked" have?
"fingerpicked" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fingerpicked" into syllables?
"fingerpicked" is divided into syllables as: fing · erpi · cked.
What is the Scrabble score for "fingerpicked"?
The Scrabble score for "fingerpicked" is 25 points.
Using “fingerpicked” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fingerpicked" (fing · erpi · cked) 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, “fingerpicked” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.