How many syllables in “schadenfreude”?
syllables in "schadenfreude"
Word details
Syllables
3
schad · enfre · ude
Letters
13
s · c · h · a · d · e · n · f · r · e · u · d · e
Scrabble
23
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About the word “schadenfreude”
The word “schadenfreude” contains 3 syllables, divided as schad · enfre · ude. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schadenfreude" have?
"schadenfreude" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "schadenfreude" into syllables?
"schadenfreude" is divided into syllables as: schad · enfre · ude.
What is the Scrabble score for "schadenfreude"?
The Scrabble score for "schadenfreude" is 23 points.
Using “schadenfreude” in writing
Three-syllable words like "schadenfreude" (schad · enfre · ude) 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, “schadenfreude” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.