How many syllables in “notebooks”?
syllables in "notebooks"
Word details
Syllables
3
no · te · books
Letters
9
n · o · t · e · b · o · o · k · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “notebooks”
The word “notebooks” contains 3 syllables, divided as no · te · books. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "notebooks" have?
"notebooks" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "notebooks" into syllables?
"notebooks" is divided into syllables as: no · te · books.
What is the Scrabble score for "notebooks"?
The Scrabble score for "notebooks" is 15 points.
Using “notebooks” in writing
Three-syllable words like "notebooks" (no · te · books) 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, “notebooks” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.