How many syllables in “flabellum”?
syllables in "flabellum"
Word details
Syllables
3
fla · bel · lum
Letters
9
f · l · a · b · e · l · l · u · m
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “flabellum”
The word “flabellum” contains 3 syllables, divided as fla · bel · lum. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flabellum" have?
"flabellum" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flabellum" into syllables?
"flabellum" is divided into syllables as: fla · bel · lum.
What is the Scrabble score for "flabellum"?
The Scrabble score for "flabellum" is 16 points.
Using “flabellum” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flabellum" (fla · bel · lum) 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, “flabellum” 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.