How many syllables in “flypaper”?
syllables in "flypaper"
Word details
Syllables
3
fly · pa · per
Letters
8
f · l · y · p · a · p · e · r
Scrabble
18
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “flypaper”
The word “flypaper” contains 3 syllables, divided as fly · pa · per. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flypaper" have?
"flypaper" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flypaper" into syllables?
"flypaper" is divided into syllables as: fly · pa · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "flypaper"?
The Scrabble score for "flypaper" is 18 points.
Using “flypaper” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flypaper" (fly · pa · per) 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, “flypaper” 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.