How many syllables in “flabbergast”?
syllables in "flabbergast"
Word details
Syllables
3
flab · ber · gast
Letters
11
f · l · a · b · b · e · r · g · a · s · t
Scrabble
19
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About the word “flabbergast”
The word “flabbergast” contains 3 syllables, divided as flab · ber · gast. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flabbergast" have?
"flabbergast" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flabbergast" into syllables?
"flabbergast" is divided into syllables as: flab · ber · gast.
What is the Scrabble score for "flabbergast"?
The Scrabble score for "flabbergast" is 19 points.
Using “flabbergast” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flabbergast" (flab · ber · gast) 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, “flabbergast” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.