How many syllables in “stampedes”?
syllables in "stampedes"
Word details
Syllables
3
stam · pe · des
Letters
9
s · t · a · m · p · e · d · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “stampedes”
The word “stampedes” contains 3 syllables, divided as stam · pe · des. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stampedes" have?
"stampedes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "stampedes" into syllables?
"stampedes" is divided into syllables as: stam · pe · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "stampedes"?
The Scrabble score for "stampedes" is 14 points.
Using “stampedes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "stampedes" (stam · pe · des) 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, “stampedes” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “stampedes”
The letters in “stampedes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stepdames.