How many syllables in “verboten”?
syllables in "verboten"
Word details
Syllables
3
ver · bo · ten
Letters
8
v · e · r · b · o · t · e · n
Scrabble
13
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “verboten”
The word “verboten” contains 3 syllables, divided as ver · bo · ten. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "verboten" have?
"verboten" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "verboten" into syllables?
"verboten" is divided into syllables as: ver · bo · ten.
What is the Scrabble score for "verboten"?
The Scrabble score for "verboten" is 13 points.
Using “verboten” in writing
Three-syllable words like "verboten" (ver · bo · ten) 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, “verboten” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.