How many syllables in “artilleryman”?
syllables in "artilleryman"
Word details
Syllables
5
ar · til · le · ry · man
Letters
12
a · r · t · i · l · l · e · r · y · m · a · n
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “artilleryman”
The word “artilleryman” contains 5 syllables, divided as ar · til · le · ry · man. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "artilleryman" have?
"artilleryman" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "artilleryman" into syllables?
"artilleryman" is divided into syllables as: ar · til · le · ry · man.
What is the Scrabble score for "artilleryman"?
The Scrabble score for "artilleryman" is 17 points.
Using “artilleryman” in writing
"artilleryman" (ar · til · le · ry · man) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “artilleryman” 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.