How many syllables in “postman”?
syllables in "postman"
Word details
Syllables
2
pos · tman
Letters
7
p · o · s · t · m · a · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “postman”
The word “postman” contains 2 syllables, divided as pos · tman. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "postman" have?
"postman" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "postman" into syllables?
"postman" is divided into syllables as: pos · tman.
What is the Scrabble score for "postman"?
The Scrabble score for "postman" is 11 points.
Using “postman” in writing
Two-syllable words like "postman" (pos · tman) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “postman” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “postman”
The letters in “postman” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tampons.