How many syllables in “lumberjacks”?
syllables in "lumberjacks"
Word details
Syllables
3
lum · ber · jacks
Letters
11
l · u · m · b · e · r · j · a · c · k · s
Scrabble
28
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About the word “lumberjacks”
The word “lumberjacks” contains 3 syllables, divided as lum · ber · jacks. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lumberjacks" have?
"lumberjacks" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lumberjacks" into syllables?
"lumberjacks" is divided into syllables as: lum · ber · jacks.
What is the Scrabble score for "lumberjacks"?
The Scrabble score for "lumberjacks" is 28 points.
Using “lumberjacks” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lumberjacks" (lum · ber · jacks) 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, “lumberjacks” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.