How many syllables in “pinfeathers”?
syllables in "pinfeathers"
Word details
Syllables
3
pin · feat · hers
Letters
11
p · i · n · f · e · a · t · h · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “pinfeathers”
The word “pinfeathers” contains 3 syllables, divided as pin · feat · hers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pinfeathers" have?
"pinfeathers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pinfeathers" into syllables?
"pinfeathers" is divided into syllables as: pin · feat · hers.
What is the Scrabble score for "pinfeathers"?
The Scrabble score for "pinfeathers" is 19 points.
Using “pinfeathers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pinfeathers" (pin · feat · hers) 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, “pinfeathers” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.