How many syllables in “scatterbrain”?
syllables in "scatterbrain"
Word details
Syllables
3
scat · ter · brain
Letters
12
s · c · a · t · t · e · r · b · r · a · i · n
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “scatterbrain”
The word “scatterbrain” contains 3 syllables, divided as scat · ter · brain. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scatterbrain" have?
"scatterbrain" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "scatterbrain" into syllables?
"scatterbrain" is divided into syllables as: scat · ter · brain.
What is the Scrabble score for "scatterbrain"?
The Scrabble score for "scatterbrain" is 16 points.
Using “scatterbrain” in writing
Three-syllable words like "scatterbrain" (scat · ter · brain) 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, “scatterbrain” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.