How many syllables in “tumbledown”?
syllables in "tumbledown"
Word details
Syllables
3
tum · ble · down
Letters
10
t · u · m · b · l · e · d · o · w · n
Scrabble
18
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About the word “tumbledown”
The word “tumbledown” contains 3 syllables, divided as tum · ble · down. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tumbledown" have?
"tumbledown" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tumbledown" into syllables?
"tumbledown" is divided into syllables as: tum · ble · down.
What is the Scrabble score for "tumbledown"?
The Scrabble score for "tumbledown" is 18 points.
Using “tumbledown” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tumbledown" (tum · ble · down) 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, “tumbledown” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.