How many syllables in “painkiller”?
syllables in "painkiller"
Word details
Syllables
3
pain · kil · ler
Letters
10
p · a · i · n · k · i · l · l · e · r
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “painkiller”
The word “painkiller” contains 3 syllables, divided as pain · kil · ler. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "painkiller" have?
"painkiller" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "painkiller" into syllables?
"painkiller" is divided into syllables as: pain · kil · ler.
What is the Scrabble score for "painkiller"?
The Scrabble score for "painkiller" is 16 points.
Using “painkiller” in writing
Three-syllable words like "painkiller" (pain · kil · ler) 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, “painkiller” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.