How many syllables in “maidservants”?
syllables in "maidservants"
Word details
Syllables
3
maid · ser · vants
Letters
12
m · a · i · d · s · e · r · v · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “maidservants”
The word “maidservants” contains 3 syllables, divided as maid · ser · vants. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maidservants" have?
"maidservants" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "maidservants" into syllables?
"maidservants" is divided into syllables as: maid · ser · vants.
What is the Scrabble score for "maidservants"?
The Scrabble score for "maidservants" is 18 points.
Using “maidservants” in writing
Three-syllable words like "maidservants" (maid · ser · vants) 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, “maidservants” 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.