How many syllables in “flibbertigibbet”?
syllables in "flibbertigibbet"
Word details
Syllables
5
flib · ber · ti · gib · bet
Letters
15
f · l · i · b · b · e · r · t · i · g · i · b · b · e · t
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “flibbertigibbet”
The word “flibbertigibbet” contains 5 syllables, divided as flib · ber · ti · gib · bet. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flibbertigibbet" have?
"flibbertigibbet" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "flibbertigibbet" into syllables?
"flibbertigibbet" is divided into syllables as: flib · ber · ti · gib · bet.
What is the Scrabble score for "flibbertigibbet"?
The Scrabble score for "flibbertigibbet" is 27 points.
Using “flibbertigibbet” in writing
"flibbertigibbet" (flib · ber · ti · gib · bet) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “flibbertigibbet” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.