How many syllables in “widemouthed”?
syllables in "widemouthed"
Word details
Syllables
3
wide · mout · hed
Letters
11
w · i · d · e · m · o · u · t · h · e · d
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “widemouthed”
The word “widemouthed” contains 3 syllables, divided as wide · mout · hed. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "widemouthed" have?
"widemouthed" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "widemouthed" into syllables?
"widemouthed" is divided into syllables as: wide · mout · hed.
What is the Scrabble score for "widemouthed"?
The Scrabble score for "widemouthed" is 21 points.
Using “widemouthed” in writing
Three-syllable words like "widemouthed" (wide · mout · hed) 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, “widemouthed” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.