How many syllables in “steamrollered”?
syllables in "steamrollered"
Word details
Syllables
3
steam · rolle · red
Letters
13
s · t · e · a · m · r · o · l · l · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
16
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About the word “steamrollered”
The word “steamrollered” contains 3 syllables, divided as steam · rolle · red. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "steamrollered" have?
"steamrollered" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "steamrollered" into syllables?
"steamrollered" is divided into syllables as: steam · rolle · red.
What is the Scrabble score for "steamrollered"?
The Scrabble score for "steamrollered" is 16 points.
Using “steamrollered” in writing
Three-syllable words like "steamrollered" (steam · rolle · red) 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, “steamrollered” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.