How many syllables in “vouchsafing”?
syllables in "vouchsafing"
Word details
Syllables
3
vouc · hsa · fing
Letters
11
v · o · u · c · h · s · a · f · i · n · g
Scrabble
23
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About the word “vouchsafing”
The word “vouchsafing” contains 3 syllables, divided as vouc · hsa · fing. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vouchsafing" have?
"vouchsafing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "vouchsafing" into syllables?
"vouchsafing" is divided into syllables as: vouc · hsa · fing.
What is the Scrabble score for "vouchsafing"?
The Scrabble score for "vouchsafing" is 23 points.
Using “vouchsafing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "vouchsafing" (vouc · hsa · fing) 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, “vouchsafing” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.