How many syllables in “sunflowers”?
syllables in "sunflowers"
Word details
Syllables
3
sun · flo · wers
Letters
10
s · u · n · f · l · o · w · e · r · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “sunflowers”
The word “sunflowers” contains 3 syllables, divided as sun · flo · wers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sunflowers" have?
"sunflowers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sunflowers" into syllables?
"sunflowers" is divided into syllables as: sun · flo · wers.
What is the Scrabble score for "sunflowers"?
The Scrabble score for "sunflowers" is 16 points.
Using “sunflowers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sunflowers" (sun · flo · wers) 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, “sunflowers” 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.