How many syllables in “flutterboard”?
syllables in "flutterboard"
Word details
Syllables
3
flut · ter · board
Letters
12
f · l · u · t · t · e · r · b · o · a · r · d
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “flutterboard”
The word “flutterboard” contains 3 syllables, divided as flut · ter · board. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flutterboard" have?
"flutterboard" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flutterboard" into syllables?
"flutterboard" is divided into syllables as: flut · ter · board.
What is the Scrabble score for "flutterboard"?
The Scrabble score for "flutterboard" is 18 points.
Using “flutterboard” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flutterboard" (flut · ter · board) 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, “flutterboard” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.