How many syllables in “lumberyards”?
syllables in "lumberyards"
Word details
Syllables
3
lum · be · ryards
Letters
11
l · u · m · b · e · r · y · a · r · d · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “lumberyards”
The word “lumberyards” contains 3 syllables, divided as lum · be · ryards. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lumberyards" have?
"lumberyards" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lumberyards" into syllables?
"lumberyards" is divided into syllables as: lum · be · ryards.
What is the Scrabble score for "lumberyards"?
The Scrabble score for "lumberyards" is 19 points.
Using “lumberyards” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lumberyards" (lum · be · ryards) 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, “lumberyards” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.