How many syllables in “mountaintop”?
syllables in "mountaintop"
Word details
Syllables
3
moun · tain · top
Letters
11
m · o · u · n · t · a · i · n · t · o · p
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “mountaintop”
The word “mountaintop” contains 3 syllables, divided as moun · tain · top. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mountaintop" have?
"mountaintop" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mountaintop" into syllables?
"mountaintop" is divided into syllables as: moun · tain · top.
What is the Scrabble score for "mountaintop"?
The Scrabble score for "mountaintop" is 15 points.
Using “mountaintop” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mountaintop" (moun · tain · top) 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, “mountaintop” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.