How many syllables in “toothbrushing”?
syllables in "toothbrushing"
Word details
Syllables
3
tooth · brus · hing
Letters
13
t · o · o · t · h · b · r · u · s · h · i · n · g
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “toothbrushing”
The word “toothbrushing” contains 3 syllables, divided as tooth · brus · hing. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "toothbrushing" have?
"toothbrushing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "toothbrushing" into syllables?
"toothbrushing" is divided into syllables as: tooth · brus · hing.
What is the Scrabble score for "toothbrushing"?
The Scrabble score for "toothbrushing" is 22 points.
Using “toothbrushing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "toothbrushing" (tooth · brus · hing) 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, “toothbrushing” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.