How many syllables in “dealership”?
syllables in "dealership"
Word details
Syllables
3
dea · ler · ship
Letters
10
d · e · a · l · e · r · s · h · i · p
Scrabble
16
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About the word “dealership”
The word “dealership” contains 3 syllables, divided as dea · ler · ship. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dealership" have?
"dealership" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "dealership" into syllables?
"dealership" is divided into syllables as: dea · ler · ship.
What is the Scrabble score for "dealership"?
The Scrabble score for "dealership" is 16 points.
Using “dealership” in writing
Three-syllable words like "dealership" (dea · ler · ship) 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, “dealership” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “dealership”
The letters in “dealership” can be rearranged to spell one other word: leadership.