How many syllables in “gunpowders”?
syllables in "gunpowders"
Word details
Syllables
3
gun · pow · ders
Letters
10
g · u · n · p · o · w · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “gunpowders”
The word “gunpowders” contains 3 syllables, divided as gun · pow · ders. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gunpowders" have?
"gunpowders" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gunpowders" into syllables?
"gunpowders" is divided into syllables as: gun · pow · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "gunpowders"?
The Scrabble score for "gunpowders" is 17 points.
Using “gunpowders” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gunpowders" (gun · pow · ders) 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, “gunpowders” 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.