How many syllables in “ballplayer”?
syllables in "ballplayer"
Word details
Syllables
2
ball · player
Letters
10
b · a · l · l · p · l · a · y · e · r
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “ballplayer”
The word “ballplayer” contains 2 syllables, divided as ball · player. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ballplayer" have?
"ballplayer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ballplayer" into syllables?
"ballplayer" is divided into syllables as: ball · player.
What is the Scrabble score for "ballplayer"?
The Scrabble score for "ballplayer" is 17 points.
Using “ballplayer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ballplayer" (ball · player) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ballplayer” 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.