How many syllables in “mountebanks”?
syllables in "mountebanks"
Word details
Syllables
3
moun · te · banks
Letters
11
m · o · u · n · t · e · b · a · n · k · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “mountebanks”
The word “mountebanks” contains 3 syllables, divided as moun · te · banks. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mountebanks" have?
"mountebanks" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mountebanks" into syllables?
"mountebanks" is divided into syllables as: moun · te · banks.
What is the Scrabble score for "mountebanks"?
The Scrabble score for "mountebanks" is 19 points.
Using “mountebanks” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mountebanks" (moun · te · banks) 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, “mountebanks” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.