How many syllables in “fishmongers”?
syllables in "fishmongers"
Word details
Syllables
3
fis · hmon · gers
Letters
11
f · i · s · h · m · o · n · g · e · r · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “fishmongers”
The word “fishmongers” contains 3 syllables, divided as fis · hmon · gers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fishmongers" have?
"fishmongers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fishmongers" into syllables?
"fishmongers" is divided into syllables as: fis · hmon · gers.
What is the Scrabble score for "fishmongers"?
The Scrabble score for "fishmongers" is 20 points.
Using “fishmongers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fishmongers" (fis · hmon · gers) 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, “fishmongers” 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.