How many syllables in “timberlands”?
syllables in "timberlands"
Word details
Syllables
3
tim · ber · lands
Letters
11
t · i · m · b · e · r · l · a · n · d · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “timberlands”
The word “timberlands” contains 3 syllables, divided as tim · ber · lands. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "timberlands" have?
"timberlands" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "timberlands" into syllables?
"timberlands" is divided into syllables as: tim · ber · lands.
What is the Scrabble score for "timberlands"?
The Scrabble score for "timberlands" is 16 points.
Using “timberlands” in writing
Three-syllable words like "timberlands" (tim · ber · lands) 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, “timberlands” 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.