How many syllables in “ownership”?
syllables in "ownership"
Word details
Syllables
3
ow · ner · ship
Letters
9
o · w · n · e · r · s · h · i · p
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “ownership”
The word “ownership” contains 3 syllables, divided as ow · ner · ship. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ownership" have?
"ownership" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ownership" into syllables?
"ownership" is divided into syllables as: ow · ner · ship.
What is the Scrabble score for "ownership"?
The Scrabble score for "ownership" is 17 points.
Using “ownership” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ownership" (ow · ner · ship) 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, “ownership” 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.
Anagrams of “ownership”
The letters in “ownership” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shipowner.