How many syllables in “pawnbroker”?
syllables in "pawnbroker"
Word details
Syllables
3
pawn · bro · ker
Letters
10
p · a · w · n · b · r · o · k · e · r
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “pawnbroker”
The word “pawnbroker” contains 3 syllables, divided as pawn · bro · ker. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pawnbroker" have?
"pawnbroker" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pawnbroker" into syllables?
"pawnbroker" is divided into syllables as: pawn · bro · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "pawnbroker"?
The Scrabble score for "pawnbroker" is 21 points.
Using “pawnbroker” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pawnbroker" (pawn · bro · ker) 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, “pawnbroker” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.