How many syllables in “athwartship”?
syllables in "athwartship"
Word details
Syllables
3
at · hwar · tship
Letters
11
a · t · h · w · a · r · t · s · h · i · p
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “athwartship”
The word “athwartship” contains 3 syllables, divided as at · hwar · tship. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "athwartship" have?
"athwartship" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "athwartship" into syllables?
"athwartship" is divided into syllables as: at · hwar · tship.
What is the Scrabble score for "athwartship"?
The Scrabble score for "athwartship" is 22 points.
Using “athwartship” in writing
Three-syllable words like "athwartship" (at · hwar · tship) 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, “athwartship” 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.