How many syllables in “employment”?
syllables in "employment"
Word details
Syllables
3
em · ploy · ment
Letters
10
e · m · p · l · o · y · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “employment”
The word “employment” contains 3 syllables, divided as em · ploy · ment. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "employment" have?
"employment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "employment" into syllables?
"employment" is divided into syllables as: em · ploy · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "employment"?
The Scrabble score for "employment" is 19 points.
Using “employment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "employment" (em · ploy · ment) 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, “employment” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.