How many syllables in “jeremiads”?
syllables in "jeremiads"
Word details
Syllables
3
je · re · miads
Letters
9
j · e · r · e · m · i · a · d · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “jeremiads”
The word “jeremiads” contains 3 syllables, divided as je · re · miads. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jeremiads" have?
"jeremiads" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "jeremiads" into syllables?
"jeremiads" is divided into syllables as: je · re · miads.
What is the Scrabble score for "jeremiads"?
The Scrabble score for "jeremiads" is 19 points.
Using “jeremiads” in writing
Three-syllable words like "jeremiads" (je · re · miads) 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, “jeremiads” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.