How many syllables in “flibbertigibbets”?
syllables in "flibbertigibbets"
Word details
Syllables
5
flib · ber · ti · gib · bets
Letters
16
f · l · i · b · b · e · r · t · i · g · i · b · b · e · t · s
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “flibbertigibbets”
The word “flibbertigibbets” contains 5 syllables, divided as flib · ber · ti · gib · bets. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flibbertigibbets" have?
"flibbertigibbets" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "flibbertigibbets" into syllables?
"flibbertigibbets" is divided into syllables as: flib · ber · ti · gib · bets.
What is the Scrabble score for "flibbertigibbets"?
The Scrabble score for "flibbertigibbets" is 28 points.
Using “flibbertigibbets” in writing
"flibbertigibbets" (flib · ber · ti · gib · bets) 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, “flibbertigibbets” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.