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How many syllables in “schwarmerei”?

3

syllables in "schwarmerei"

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Word details

Syllables

3

schwar · me · rei

Letters

11

s · c · h · w · a · r · m · e · r · e · i

Scrabble

21

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
c3
h4
w4
a1
r1
m3
e1
r1
e1
i1

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About the word “schwarmerei

The word schwarmerei contains 3 syllables, divided as schwar · me · rei. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "schwarmerei" have?

"schwarmerei" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "schwarmerei" into syllables?

"schwarmerei" is divided into syllables as: schwar · me · rei.

What is the Scrabble score for "schwarmerei"?

The Scrabble score for "schwarmerei" is 21 points.

Using “schwarmerei” in writing

Three-syllable words like "schwarmerei" (schwar · me · rei) 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, schwarmerei is worth 21 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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