How many syllables in “yellowlegs”?
syllables in "yellowlegs"
Word details
Syllables
3
yel · low · legs
Letters
10
y · e · l · l · o · w · l · e · g · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “yellowlegs”
The word “yellowlegs” contains 3 syllables, divided as yel · low · legs. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yellowlegs" have?
"yellowlegs" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "yellowlegs" into syllables?
"yellowlegs" is divided into syllables as: yel · low · legs.
What is the Scrabble score for "yellowlegs"?
The Scrabble score for "yellowlegs" is 17 points.
Using “yellowlegs” in writing
Three-syllable words like "yellowlegs" (yel · low · legs) 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, “yellowlegs” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.