How many syllables in “snobbery”?
syllables in "snobbery"
Word details
Syllables
3
snob · be · ry
Letters
8
s · n · o · b · b · e · r · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “snobbery”
The word “snobbery” contains 3 syllables, divided as snob · be · ry. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snobbery" have?
"snobbery" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "snobbery" into syllables?
"snobbery" is divided into syllables as: snob · be · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "snobbery"?
The Scrabble score for "snobbery" is 15 points.
Using “snobbery” in writing
Three-syllable words like "snobbery" (snob · be · ry) 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, “snobbery” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.