How many syllables in “newspaperwoman”?
syllables in "newspaperwoman"
Word details
Syllables
5
new · spa · per · wo · man
Letters
14
n · e · w · s · p · a · p · e · r · w · o · m · a · n
Scrabble
26
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About the word “newspaperwoman”
The word “newspaperwoman” contains 5 syllables, divided as new · spa · per · wo · man. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "newspaperwoman" have?
"newspaperwoman" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "newspaperwoman" into syllables?
"newspaperwoman" is divided into syllables as: new · spa · per · wo · man.
What is the Scrabble score for "newspaperwoman"?
The Scrabble score for "newspaperwoman" is 26 points.
Using “newspaperwoman” in writing
"newspaperwoman" (new · spa · per · wo · man) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “newspaperwoman” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.