How many syllables in “strawberries”?
syllables in "strawberries"
Word details
Syllables
3
straw · ber · ries
Letters
12
s · t · r · a · w · b · e · r · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “strawberries”
The word “strawberries” contains 3 syllables, divided as straw · ber · ries. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "strawberries" have?
"strawberries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "strawberries" into syllables?
"strawberries" is divided into syllables as: straw · ber · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "strawberries"?
The Scrabble score for "strawberries" is 17 points.
Using “strawberries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "strawberries" (straw · ber · ries) 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, “strawberries” 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.