How many syllables in “corpsman”?
syllables in "corpsman"
Word details
Syllables
2
corp · sman
Letters
8
c · o · r · p · s · m · a · n
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “corpsman”
The word “corpsman” contains 2 syllables, divided as corp · sman. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "corpsman" have?
"corpsman" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "corpsman" into syllables?
"corpsman" is divided into syllables as: corp · sman.
What is the Scrabble score for "corpsman"?
The Scrabble score for "corpsman" is 14 points.
Using “corpsman” in writing
Two-syllable words like "corpsman" (corp · sman) 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, “corpsman” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “corpsman”
The letters in “corpsman” can be rearranged to spell one other word: crampons.