How many syllables in “needlepoint”?
syllables in "needlepoint"
Word details
Syllables
3
need · le · point
Letters
11
n · e · e · d · l · e · p · o · i · n · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “needlepoint”
The word “needlepoint” contains 3 syllables, divided as need · le · point. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "needlepoint" have?
"needlepoint" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "needlepoint" into syllables?
"needlepoint" is divided into syllables as: need · le · point.
What is the Scrabble score for "needlepoint"?
The Scrabble score for "needlepoint" is 14 points.
Using “needlepoint” in writing
Three-syllable words like "needlepoint" (need · le · point) 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, “needlepoint” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.