How many syllables in “holidaymakers”?
syllables in "holidaymakers"
Word details
Syllables
5
ho · li · day · ma · kers
Letters
13
h · o · l · i · d · a · y · m · a · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
26
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About the word “holidaymakers”
The word “holidaymakers” contains 5 syllables, divided as ho · li · day · ma · kers. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holidaymakers" have?
"holidaymakers" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "holidaymakers" into syllables?
"holidaymakers" is divided into syllables as: ho · li · day · ma · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "holidaymakers"?
The Scrabble score for "holidaymakers" is 26 points.
Using “holidaymakers” in writing
"holidaymakers" (ho · li · day · ma · kers) 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, “holidaymakers” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.