How many syllables in “flycatcher”?
syllables in "flycatcher"
Word details
Syllables
3
fly · cat · cher
Letters
10
f · l · y · c · a · t · c · h · e · r
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “flycatcher”
The word “flycatcher” contains 3 syllables, divided as fly · cat · cher. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flycatcher" have?
"flycatcher" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flycatcher" into syllables?
"flycatcher" is divided into syllables as: fly · cat · cher.
What is the Scrabble score for "flycatcher"?
The Scrabble score for "flycatcher" is 23 points.
Using “flycatcher” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flycatcher" (fly · cat · cher) 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, “flycatcher” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.