How many syllables in “painkilling”?
syllables in "painkilling"
Word details
Syllables
3
pain · kil · ling
Letters
11
p · a · i · n · k · i · l · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
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About the word “painkilling”
The word “painkilling” contains 3 syllables, divided as pain · kil · ling. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "painkilling" have?
"painkilling" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "painkilling" into syllables?
"painkilling" is divided into syllables as: pain · kil · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "painkilling"?
The Scrabble score for "painkilling" is 18 points.
Using “painkilling” in writing
Three-syllable words like "painkilling" (pain · kil · ling) 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, “painkilling” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.