How many syllables in “journeymen”?
syllables in "journeymen"
Word details
Syllables
3
jour · ney · men
Letters
10
j · o · u · r · n · e · y · m · e · n
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “journeymen”
The word “journeymen” contains 3 syllables, divided as jour · ney · men. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "journeymen" have?
"journeymen" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "journeymen" into syllables?
"journeymen" is divided into syllables as: jour · ney · men.
What is the Scrabble score for "journeymen"?
The Scrabble score for "journeymen" is 22 points.
Using “journeymen” in writing
Three-syllable words like "journeymen" (jour · ney · men) 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, “journeymen” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.