How many syllables in “lumberyard”?
syllables in "lumberyard"
Word details
Syllables
3
lum · be · ryard
Letters
10
l · u · m · b · e · r · y · a · r · d
Scrabble
18
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “lumberyard”
The word “lumberyard” contains 3 syllables, divided as lum · be · ryard. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lumberyard" have?
"lumberyard" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lumberyard" into syllables?
"lumberyard" is divided into syllables as: lum · be · ryard.
What is the Scrabble score for "lumberyard"?
The Scrabble score for "lumberyard" is 18 points.
Using “lumberyard” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lumberyard" (lum · be · ryard) 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, “lumberyard” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.