How many syllables in “puttering”?
syllables in "puttering"
Word details
Syllables
3
put · te · ring
Letters
9
p · u · t · t · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “puttering”
The word “puttering” contains 3 syllables, divided as put · te · ring. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "puttering" have?
"puttering" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "puttering" into syllables?
"puttering" is divided into syllables as: put · te · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "puttering"?
The Scrabble score for "puttering" is 12 points.
Using “puttering” in writing
Three-syllable words like "puttering" (put · te · ring) 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, “puttering” 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.