How many syllables in “ballplayers”?
syllables in "ballplayers"
Word details
Syllables
2
ball · players
Letters
11
b · a · l · l · p · l · a · y · e · r · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “ballplayers”
The word “ballplayers” contains 2 syllables, divided as ball · players. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ballplayers" have?
"ballplayers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ballplayers" into syllables?
"ballplayers" is divided into syllables as: ball · players.
What is the Scrabble score for "ballplayers"?
The Scrabble score for "ballplayers" is 18 points.
Using “ballplayers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ballplayers" (ball · players) 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, “ballplayers” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.