How many syllables in “middlebrow”?
syllables in "middlebrow"
Word details
Syllables
3
mid · dle · brow
Letters
10
m · i · d · d · l · e · b · r · o · w
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “middlebrow”
The word “middlebrow” contains 3 syllables, divided as mid · dle · brow. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "middlebrow" have?
"middlebrow" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "middlebrow" into syllables?
"middlebrow" is divided into syllables as: mid · dle · brow.
What is the Scrabble score for "middlebrow"?
The Scrabble score for "middlebrow" is 19 points.
Using “middlebrow” in writing
Three-syllable words like "middlebrow" (mid · dle · brow) 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, “middlebrow” 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.