How many syllables in “mountaintops”?
syllables in "mountaintops"
Word details
Syllables
3
moun · tain · tops
Letters
12
m · o · u · n · t · a · i · n · t · o · p · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “mountaintops”
The word “mountaintops” contains 3 syllables, divided as moun · tain · tops. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mountaintops" have?
"mountaintops" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mountaintops" into syllables?
"mountaintops" is divided into syllables as: moun · tain · tops.
What is the Scrabble score for "mountaintops"?
The Scrabble score for "mountaintops" is 16 points.
Using “mountaintops” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mountaintops" (moun · tain · tops) 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, “mountaintops” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.