How many syllables in “thingummies”?
syllables in "thingummies"
Word details
Syllables
3
thin · gum · mies
Letters
11
t · h · i · n · g · u · m · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “thingummies”
The word “thingummies” contains 3 syllables, divided as thin · gum · mies. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thingummies" have?
"thingummies" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "thingummies" into syllables?
"thingummies" is divided into syllables as: thin · gum · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "thingummies"?
The Scrabble score for "thingummies" is 19 points.
Using “thingummies” in writing
Three-syllable words like "thingummies" (thin · gum · mies) 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, “thingummies” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.