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How many syllables in “zeitgebers”?

3

syllables in "zeitgebers"

zeitgebers
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Word details

Syllables

3

zeit · ge · bers

Letters

10

z · e · i · t · g · e · b · e · r · s

Scrabble

22

points

Scrabble letter values

z10
e1
i1
t1
g2
e1
b3
e1
r1
s1

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About the word “zeitgebers

The word zeitgebers contains 3 syllables, divided as zeit · ge · bers. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "zeitgebers" have?

"zeitgebers" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "zeitgebers" into syllables?

"zeitgebers" is divided into syllables as: zeit · ge · bers.

What is the Scrabble score for "zeitgebers"?

The Scrabble score for "zeitgebers" is 22 points.

Using “zeitgebers” in writing

Three-syllable words like "zeitgebers" (zeit · ge · bers) 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, zeitgebers is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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