How many syllables in “middlebrows”?
syllables in "middlebrows"
Word details
Syllables
3
mid · dle · brows
Letters
11
m · i · d · d · l · e · b · r · o · w · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “middlebrows”
The word “middlebrows” contains 3 syllables, divided as mid · dle · brows. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "middlebrows" have?
"middlebrows" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "middlebrows" into syllables?
"middlebrows" is divided into syllables as: mid · dle · brows.
What is the Scrabble score for "middlebrows"?
The Scrabble score for "middlebrows" is 20 points.
Using “middlebrows” in writing
Three-syllable words like "middlebrows" (mid · dle · brows) 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, “middlebrows” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.