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How many syllables in “passadoes”?

3

syllables in "passadoes"

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Word details

Syllables

3

pas · sa · does

Letters

9

p · a · s · s · a · d · o · e · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

p3
a1
s1
s1
a1
d2
o1
e1
s1

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About the word “passadoes

The word passadoes contains 3 syllables, divided as pas · sa · does. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "passadoes" have?

"passadoes" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "passadoes" into syllables?

"passadoes" is divided into syllables as: pas · sa · does.

What is the Scrabble score for "passadoes"?

The Scrabble score for "passadoes" is 12 points.

Using “passadoes” in writing

Three-syllable words like "passadoes" (pas · sa · does) 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, passadoes is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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