How many syllables in “craftsmanlike”?
syllables in "craftsmanlike"
Word details
Syllables
3
craft · smanl · ike
Letters
13
c · r · a · f · t · s · m · a · n · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “craftsmanlike”
The word “craftsmanlike” contains 3 syllables, divided as craft · smanl · ike. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "craftsmanlike" have?
"craftsmanlike" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "craftsmanlike" into syllables?
"craftsmanlike" is divided into syllables as: craft · smanl · ike.
What is the Scrabble score for "craftsmanlike"?
The Scrabble score for "craftsmanlike" is 24 points.
Using “craftsmanlike” in writing
Three-syllable words like "craftsmanlike" (craft · smanl · ike) 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, “craftsmanlike” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.