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How many syllables in “guildsmen”?

2

syllables in "guildsmen"

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Word details

Syllables

2

guild · smen

Letters

9

g · u · i · l · d · s · m · e · n

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
u1
i1
l1
d2
s1
m3
e1
n1

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About the word “guildsmen

The word guildsmen contains 2 syllables, divided as guild · smen. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "guildsmen" have?

"guildsmen" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "guildsmen" into syllables?

"guildsmen" is divided into syllables as: guild · smen.

What is the Scrabble score for "guildsmen"?

The Scrabble score for "guildsmen" is 13 points.

Using “guildsmen” in writing

Two-syllable words like "guildsmen" (guild · smen) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, guildsmen is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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