How many syllables in “schoolboy”?
syllables in "schoolboy"
Word details
Syllables
2
school · boy
Letters
9
s · c · h · o · o · l · b · o · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “schoolboy”
The word “schoolboy” contains 2 syllables, divided as school · boy. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schoolboy" have?
"schoolboy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "schoolboy" into syllables?
"schoolboy" is divided into syllables as: school · boy.
What is the Scrabble score for "schoolboy"?
The Scrabble score for "schoolboy" is 19 points.
Using “schoolboy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "schoolboy" (school · boy) 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, “schoolboy” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.