How many syllables in “fingerprints”?
syllables in "fingerprints"
Word details
Syllables
3
fin · ger · prints
Letters
12
f · i · n · g · e · r · p · r · i · n · t · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “fingerprints”
The word “fingerprints” contains 3 syllables, divided as fin · ger · prints. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fingerprints" have?
"fingerprints" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fingerprints" into syllables?
"fingerprints" is divided into syllables as: fin · ger · prints.
What is the Scrabble score for "fingerprints"?
The Scrabble score for "fingerprints" is 18 points.
Using “fingerprints” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fingerprints" (fin · ger · prints) 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, “fingerprints” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.