How many syllables in “landsman”?
syllables in "landsman"
Word details
Syllables
2
land · sman
Letters
8
l · a · n · d · s · m · a · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “landsman”
The word “landsman” contains 2 syllables, divided as land · sman. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "landsman" have?
"landsman" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "landsman" into syllables?
"landsman" is divided into syllables as: land · sman.
What is the Scrabble score for "landsman"?
The Scrabble score for "landsman" is 11 points.
Using “landsman” in writing
Two-syllable words like "landsman" (land · 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, “landsman” is worth 11 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.