How many syllables in “mortarboards”?
syllables in "mortarboards"
Word details
Syllables
3
mor · tar · boards
Letters
12
m · o · r · t · a · r · b · o · a · r · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “mortarboards”
The word “mortarboards” contains 3 syllables, divided as mor · tar · boards. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mortarboards" have?
"mortarboards" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mortarboards" into syllables?
"mortarboards" is divided into syllables as: mor · tar · boards.
What is the Scrabble score for "mortarboards"?
The Scrabble score for "mortarboards" is 17 points.
Using “mortarboards” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mortarboards" (mor · tar · boards) 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, “mortarboards” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.