How many syllables in “crossbowmen”?
syllables in "crossbowmen"
Word details
Syllables
3
cros · sbow · men
Letters
11
c · r · o · s · s · b · o · w · m · e · n
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “crossbowmen”
The word “crossbowmen” contains 3 syllables, divided as cros · sbow · men. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crossbowmen" have?
"crossbowmen" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crossbowmen" into syllables?
"crossbowmen" is divided into syllables as: cros · sbow · men.
What is the Scrabble score for "crossbowmen"?
The Scrabble score for "crossbowmen" is 20 points.
Using “crossbowmen” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crossbowmen" (cros · sbow · men) 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, “crossbowmen” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.