How many syllables in “painkillers”?
syllables in "painkillers"
Word details
Syllables
3
pain · kil · lers
Letters
11
p · a · i · n · k · i · l · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “painkillers”
The word “painkillers” contains 3 syllables, divided as pain · kil · lers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "painkillers" have?
"painkillers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "painkillers" into syllables?
"painkillers" is divided into syllables as: pain · kil · lers.
What is the Scrabble score for "painkillers"?
The Scrabble score for "painkillers" is 17 points.
Using “painkillers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "painkillers" (pain · kil · lers) 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, “painkillers” 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.