How many syllables in “doorkeeper”?
syllables in "doorkeeper"
Word details
Syllables
3
door · kee · per
Letters
10
d · o · o · r · k · e · e · p · e · r
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “doorkeeper”
The word “doorkeeper” contains 3 syllables, divided as door · kee · per. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doorkeeper" have?
"doorkeeper" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "doorkeeper" into syllables?
"doorkeeper" is divided into syllables as: door · kee · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "doorkeeper"?
The Scrabble score for "doorkeeper" is 17 points.
Using “doorkeeper” in writing
Three-syllable words like "doorkeeper" (door · kee · per) 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, “doorkeeper” 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.