How many syllables in “midfielders”?
syllables in "midfielders"
Word details
Syllables
3
mid · fiel · ders
Letters
11
m · i · d · f · i · e · l · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “midfielders”
The word “midfielders” contains 3 syllables, divided as mid · fiel · ders. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "midfielders" have?
"midfielders" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "midfielders" into syllables?
"midfielders" is divided into syllables as: mid · fiel · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "midfielders"?
The Scrabble score for "midfielders" is 18 points.
Using “midfielders” in writing
Three-syllable words like "midfielders" (mid · fiel · 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, “midfielders” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.