How many syllables in “snowflakes”?
syllables in "snowflakes"
Word details
Syllables
3
snow · fla · kes
Letters
10
s · n · o · w · f · l · a · k · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “snowflakes”
The word “snowflakes” contains 3 syllables, divided as snow · fla · kes. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snowflakes" have?
"snowflakes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "snowflakes" into syllables?
"snowflakes" is divided into syllables as: snow · fla · kes.
What is the Scrabble score for "snowflakes"?
The Scrabble score for "snowflakes" is 20 points.
Using “snowflakes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "snowflakes" (snow · fla · kes) 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, “snowflakes” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.