How many syllables in “holidaymaker”?
syllables in "holidaymaker"
Word details
Syllables
5
ho · li · day · ma · ker
Letters
12
h · o · l · i · d · a · y · m · a · k · e · r
Scrabble
25
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About the word “holidaymaker”
The word “holidaymaker” contains 5 syllables, divided as ho · li · day · ma · ker. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holidaymaker" have?
"holidaymaker" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "holidaymaker" into syllables?
"holidaymaker" is divided into syllables as: ho · li · day · ma · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "holidaymaker"?
The Scrabble score for "holidaymaker" is 25 points.
Using “holidaymaker” in writing
"holidaymaker" (ho · li · day · ma · ker) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “holidaymaker” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.