How many syllables in “furbelows”?
syllables in "furbelows"
Word details
Syllables
3
fur · be · lows
Letters
9
f · u · r · b · e · l · o · w · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “furbelows”
The word “furbelows” contains 3 syllables, divided as fur · be · lows. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "furbelows" have?
"furbelows" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "furbelows" into syllables?
"furbelows" is divided into syllables as: fur · be · lows.
What is the Scrabble score for "furbelows"?
The Scrabble score for "furbelows" is 17 points.
Using “furbelows” in writing
Three-syllable words like "furbelows" (fur · be · lows) 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, “furbelows” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.