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How many syllables in “schema”?

2

syllables in "schema"

schema
database

Word details

Syllables

2

sche · ma

Letters

6

s · c · h · e · m · a

Scrabble

13

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

s1
c3
h4
e1
m3
a1

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About the word “schema

The word schema contains 2 syllables, divided as sche · ma. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "schema" have?

"schema" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "schema" into syllables?

"schema" is divided into syllables as: sche · ma.

What is the Scrabble score for "schema"?

The Scrabble score for "schema" is 13 points.

Using “schema” in writing

Two-syllable words like "schema" (sche · ma) 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, schema is worth 13 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 “schema

The letters in schema can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: maches, sachem, samech.

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