How many syllables in “jobholders”?
syllables in "jobholders"
Word details
Syllables
3
job · hol · ders
Letters
10
j · o · b · h · o · l · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “jobholders”
The word “jobholders” contains 3 syllables, divided as job · hol · ders. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jobholders" have?
"jobholders" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "jobholders" into syllables?
"jobholders" is divided into syllables as: job · hol · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "jobholders"?
The Scrabble score for "jobholders" is 23 points.
Using “jobholders” in writing
Three-syllable words like "jobholders" (job · hol · ders) 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, “jobholders” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.