How many syllables in “booksellers”?
syllables in "booksellers"
Word details
Syllables
3
book · sel · lers
Letters
11
b · o · o · k · s · e · l · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “booksellers”
The word “booksellers” contains 3 syllables, divided as book · sel · lers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "booksellers" have?
"booksellers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "booksellers" into syllables?
"booksellers" is divided into syllables as: book · sel · lers.
What is the Scrabble score for "booksellers"?
The Scrabble score for "booksellers" is 17 points.
Using “booksellers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "booksellers" (book · sel · lers) 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, “booksellers” 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.