How many syllables in “mountebank”?
syllables in "mountebank"
Word details
Syllables
3
moun · te · bank
Letters
10
m · o · u · n · t · e · b · a · n · k
Scrabble
18
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About the word “mountebank”
The word “mountebank” contains 3 syllables, divided as moun · te · bank. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mountebank" have?
"mountebank" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mountebank" into syllables?
"mountebank" is divided into syllables as: moun · te · bank.
What is the Scrabble score for "mountebank"?
The Scrabble score for "mountebank" is 18 points.
Using “mountebank” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mountebank" (moun · te · bank) 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, “mountebank” 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.