How many syllables in “letterman”?
syllables in "letterman"
Word details
Syllables
3
let · ter · man
Letters
9
l · e · t · t · e · r · m · a · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “letterman”
The word “letterman” contains 3 syllables, divided as let · ter · man. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "letterman" have?
"letterman" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "letterman" into syllables?
"letterman" is divided into syllables as: let · ter · man.
What is the Scrabble score for "letterman"?
The Scrabble score for "letterman" is 11 points.
Using “letterman” in writing
Three-syllable words like "letterman" (let · ter · man) 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, “letterman” 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.