How many syllables in “frostbitten”?
syllables in "frostbitten"
Word details
Syllables
3
fros · tbit · ten
Letters
11
f · r · o · s · t · b · i · t · t · e · n
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “frostbitten”
The word “frostbitten” contains 3 syllables, divided as fros · tbit · ten. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "frostbitten" have?
"frostbitten" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "frostbitten" into syllables?
"frostbitten" is divided into syllables as: fros · tbit · ten.
What is the Scrabble score for "frostbitten"?
The Scrabble score for "frostbitten" is 16 points.
Using “frostbitten” in writing
Three-syllable words like "frostbitten" (fros · tbit · ten) 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, “frostbitten” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.