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How many syllables in “puppetlike”?

3

syllables in "puppetlike"

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Word details

Syllables

3

pupp · etli · ke

Letters

10

p · u · p · p · e · t · l · i · k · e

Scrabble

20

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Scrabble letter values

p3
u1
p3
p3
e1
t1
l1
i1
k5
e1

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About the word “puppetlike

The word puppetlike contains 3 syllables, divided as pupp · etli · ke. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "puppetlike" have?

"puppetlike" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "puppetlike" into syllables?

"puppetlike" is divided into syllables as: pupp · etli · ke.

What is the Scrabble score for "puppetlike"?

The Scrabble score for "puppetlike" is 20 points.

Using “puppetlike” in writing

Three-syllable words like "puppetlike" (pupp · etli · ke) 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, puppetlike is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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