How many syllables in “flummoxing”?
syllables in "flummoxing"
Word details
Syllables
3
flum · mo · xing
Letters
10
f · l · u · m · m · o · x · i · n · g
Scrabble
25
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About the word “flummoxing”
The word “flummoxing” contains 3 syllables, divided as flum · mo · xing. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flummoxing" have?
"flummoxing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flummoxing" into syllables?
"flummoxing" is divided into syllables as: flum · mo · xing.
What is the Scrabble score for "flummoxing"?
The Scrabble score for "flummoxing" is 25 points.
Using “flummoxing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flummoxing" (flum · mo · xing) 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, “flummoxing” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.