How many syllables in “snaggleteeth”?
syllables in "snaggleteeth"
Word details
Syllables
3
snag · gle · teeth
Letters
12
s · n · a · g · g · l · e · t · e · e · t · h
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “snaggleteeth”
The word “snaggleteeth” contains 3 syllables, divided as snag · gle · teeth. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snaggleteeth" have?
"snaggleteeth" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "snaggleteeth" into syllables?
"snaggleteeth" is divided into syllables as: snag · gle · teeth.
What is the Scrabble score for "snaggleteeth"?
The Scrabble score for "snaggleteeth" is 17 points.
Using “snaggleteeth” in writing
Three-syllable words like "snaggleteeth" (snag · gle · teeth) 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, “snaggleteeth” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.