How many syllables in “tearjerker”?
syllables in "tearjerker"
Word details
Syllables
3
tear · jer · ker
Letters
10
t · e · a · r · j · e · r · k · e · r
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “tearjerker”
The word “tearjerker” contains 3 syllables, divided as tear · jer · ker. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tearjerker" have?
"tearjerker" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tearjerker" into syllables?
"tearjerker" is divided into syllables as: tear · jer · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "tearjerker"?
The Scrabble score for "tearjerker" is 21 points.
Using “tearjerker” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tearjerker" (tear · jer · ker) 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, “tearjerker” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.