How many syllables in “wildfowlings”?
syllables in "wildfowlings"
Word details
Syllables
3
wil · dfow · lings
Letters
12
w · i · l · d · f · o · w · l · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “wildfowlings”
The word “wildfowlings” contains 3 syllables, divided as wil · dfow · lings. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wildfowlings" have?
"wildfowlings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "wildfowlings" into syllables?
"wildfowlings" is divided into syllables as: wil · dfow · lings.
What is the Scrabble score for "wildfowlings"?
The Scrabble score for "wildfowlings" is 23 points.
Using “wildfowlings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "wildfowlings" (wil · dfow · lings) 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, “wildfowlings” 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.