How many syllables in “quarrelsome”?
syllables in "quarrelsome"
Word details
Syllables
3
quar · rels · ome
Letters
11
q · u · a · r · r · e · l · s · o · m · e
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “quarrelsome”
The word “quarrelsome” contains 3 syllables, divided as quar · rels · ome. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quarrelsome" have?
"quarrelsome" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "quarrelsome" into syllables?
"quarrelsome" is divided into syllables as: quar · rels · ome.
What is the Scrabble score for "quarrelsome"?
The Scrabble score for "quarrelsome" is 22 points.
Using “quarrelsome” in writing
Three-syllable words like "quarrelsome" (quar · rels · ome) 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, “quarrelsome” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.