How many syllables in “leaderships”?
syllables in "leaderships"
Word details
Syllables
3
lea · der · ships
Letters
11
l · e · a · d · e · r · s · h · i · p · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “leaderships”
The word “leaderships” contains 3 syllables, divided as lea · der · ships. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "leaderships" have?
"leaderships" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "leaderships" into syllables?
"leaderships" is divided into syllables as: lea · der · ships.
What is the Scrabble score for "leaderships"?
The Scrabble score for "leaderships" is 17 points.
Using “leaderships” in writing
Three-syllable words like "leaderships" (lea · der · ships) 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, “leaderships” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “leaderships”
The letters in “leaderships” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dealerships.