How many syllables in “harbingers”?
syllables in "harbingers"
Word details
Syllables
3
har · bin · gers
Letters
10
h · a · r · b · i · n · g · e · r · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “harbingers”
The word “harbingers” contains 3 syllables, divided as har · bin · gers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "harbingers" have?
"harbingers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "harbingers" into syllables?
"harbingers" is divided into syllables as: har · bin · gers.
What is the Scrabble score for "harbingers"?
The Scrabble score for "harbingers" is 16 points.
Using “harbingers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "harbingers" (har · bin · gers) 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, “harbingers” 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.