How many syllables in “huntsman”?
syllables in "huntsman"
Word details
Syllables
2
hunt · sman
Letters
8
h · u · n · t · s · m · a · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “huntsman”
The word “huntsman” contains 2 syllables, divided as hunt · sman. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "huntsman" have?
"huntsman" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "huntsman" into syllables?
"huntsman" is divided into syllables as: hunt · sman.
What is the Scrabble score for "huntsman"?
The Scrabble score for "huntsman" is 13 points.
Using “huntsman” in writing
Two-syllable words like "huntsman" (hunt · sman) 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, “huntsman” 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.
Anagrams of “huntsman”
The letters in “huntsman” can be rearranged to spell one other word: manhunts.