How many syllables in “midsummers”?
syllables in "midsummers"
Word details
Syllables
3
mid · sum · mers
Letters
10
m · i · d · s · u · m · m · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “midsummers”
The word “midsummers” contains 3 syllables, divided as mid · sum · mers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "midsummers" have?
"midsummers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "midsummers" into syllables?
"midsummers" is divided into syllables as: mid · sum · mers.
What is the Scrabble score for "midsummers"?
The Scrabble score for "midsummers" is 17 points.
Using “midsummers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "midsummers" (mid · sum · mers) 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, “midsummers” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.