How many syllables in “schoolfellow”?
syllables in "schoolfellow"
Word details
Syllables
3
school · fel · low
Letters
12
s · c · h · o · o · l · f · e · l · l · o · w
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “schoolfellow”
The word “schoolfellow” contains 3 syllables, divided as school · fel · low. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schoolfellow" have?
"schoolfellow" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "schoolfellow" into syllables?
"schoolfellow" is divided into syllables as: school · fel · low.
What is the Scrabble score for "schoolfellow"?
The Scrabble score for "schoolfellow" is 23 points.
Using “schoolfellow” in writing
Three-syllable words like "schoolfellow" (school · fel · low) 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, “schoolfellow” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.