How many syllables in “shuffleboards”?
syllables in "shuffleboards"
Word details
Syllables
3
shuf · fle · boards
Letters
13
s · h · u · f · f · l · e · b · o · a · r · d · s
Scrabble
25
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About the word “shuffleboards”
The word “shuffleboards” contains 3 syllables, divided as shuf · fle · boards. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shuffleboards" have?
"shuffleboards" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shuffleboards" into syllables?
"shuffleboards" is divided into syllables as: shuf · fle · boards.
What is the Scrabble score for "shuffleboards"?
The Scrabble score for "shuffleboards" is 25 points.
Using “shuffleboards” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shuffleboards" (shuf · fle · boards) 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, “shuffleboards” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.