How many syllables in “beekeepers”?
syllables in "beekeepers"
Word details
Syllables
3
bee · kee · pers
Letters
10
b · e · e · k · e · e · p · e · r · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “beekeepers”
The word “beekeepers” contains 3 syllables, divided as bee · kee · pers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "beekeepers" have?
"beekeepers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "beekeepers" into syllables?
"beekeepers" is divided into syllables as: bee · kee · pers.
What is the Scrabble score for "beekeepers"?
The Scrabble score for "beekeepers" is 18 points.
Using “beekeepers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "beekeepers" (bee · kee · pers) 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, “beekeepers” 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.