How many syllables in “fundraising”?
syllables in "fundraising"
Word details
Syllables
3
fun · drai · sing
Letters
11
f · u · n · d · r · a · i · s · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “fundraising”
The word “fundraising” contains 3 syllables, divided as fun · drai · sing. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fundraising" have?
"fundraising" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fundraising" into syllables?
"fundraising" is divided into syllables as: fun · drai · sing.
What is the Scrabble score for "fundraising"?
The Scrabble score for "fundraising" is 16 points.
Using “fundraising” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fundraising" (fun · drai · sing) 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, “fundraising” 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.