How many syllables in “newsmongers”?
syllables in "newsmongers"
Word details
Syllables
3
new · smon · gers
Letters
11
n · e · w · s · m · o · n · g · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “newsmongers”
The word “newsmongers” contains 3 syllables, divided as new · smon · gers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "newsmongers" have?
"newsmongers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "newsmongers" into syllables?
"newsmongers" is divided into syllables as: new · smon · gers.
What is the Scrabble score for "newsmongers"?
The Scrabble score for "newsmongers" is 17 points.
Using “newsmongers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "newsmongers" (new · smon · gers) 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, “newsmongers” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.