How many syllables in “athwartships”?
syllables in "athwartships"
Word details
Syllables
3
at · hwar · tships
Letters
12
a · t · h · w · a · r · t · s · h · i · p · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “athwartships”
The word “athwartships” contains 3 syllables, divided as at · hwar · tships. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "athwartships" have?
"athwartships" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "athwartships" into syllables?
"athwartships" is divided into syllables as: at · hwar · tships.
What is the Scrabble score for "athwartships"?
The Scrabble score for "athwartships" is 23 points.
Using “athwartships” in writing
Three-syllable words like "athwartships" (at · hwar · tships) 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, “athwartships” 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.