How many syllables in “flowerlike”?
syllables in "flowerlike"
Word details
Syllables
3
flow · erli · ke
Letters
10
f · l · o · w · e · r · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “flowerlike”
The word “flowerlike” contains 3 syllables, divided as flow · erli · ke. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flowerlike" have?
"flowerlike" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flowerlike" into syllables?
"flowerlike" is divided into syllables as: flow · erli · ke.
What is the Scrabble score for "flowerlike"?
The Scrabble score for "flowerlike" is 20 points.
Using “flowerlike” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flowerlike" (flow · erli · ke) 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, “flowerlike” 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.