How many syllables in “ghostwriters”?
syllables in "ghostwriters"
Word details
Syllables
3
ghos · twri · ters
Letters
12
g · h · o · s · t · w · r · i · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “ghostwriters”
The word “ghostwriters” contains 3 syllables, divided as ghos · twri · ters. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ghostwriters" have?
"ghostwriters" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ghostwriters" into syllables?
"ghostwriters" is divided into syllables as: ghos · twri · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "ghostwriters"?
The Scrabble score for "ghostwriters" is 19 points.
Using “ghostwriters” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ghostwriters" (ghos · twri · ters) 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, “ghostwriters” 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.