How many syllables in “poultryman”?
syllables in "poultryman"
Word details
Syllables
3
poul · try · man
Letters
10
p · o · u · l · t · r · y · m · a · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “poultryman”
The word “poultryman” contains 3 syllables, divided as poul · try · man. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "poultryman" have?
"poultryman" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "poultryman" into syllables?
"poultryman" is divided into syllables as: poul · try · man.
What is the Scrabble score for "poultryman"?
The Scrabble score for "poultryman" is 17 points.
Using “poultryman” in writing
Three-syllable words like "poultryman" (poul · try · man) 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, “poultryman” 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.