How many syllables in “lumberjack”?
syllables in "lumberjack"
Word details
Syllables
3
lum · ber · jack
Letters
10
l · u · m · b · e · r · j · a · c · k
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “lumberjack”
The word “lumberjack” contains 3 syllables, divided as lum · ber · jack. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lumberjack" have?
"lumberjack" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lumberjack" into syllables?
"lumberjack" is divided into syllables as: lum · ber · jack.
What is the Scrabble score for "lumberjack"?
The Scrabble score for "lumberjack" is 27 points.
Using “lumberjack” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lumberjack" (lum · ber · jack) 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, “lumberjack” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.