How many syllables in “schoolfellows”?
syllables in "schoolfellows"
Word details
Syllables
3
school · fel · lows
Letters
13
s · c · h · o · o · l · f · e · l · l · o · w · s
Scrabble
24
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About the word “schoolfellows”
The word “schoolfellows” contains 3 syllables, divided as school · fel · lows. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schoolfellows" have?
"schoolfellows" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "schoolfellows" into syllables?
"schoolfellows" is divided into syllables as: school · fel · lows.
What is the Scrabble score for "schoolfellows"?
The Scrabble score for "schoolfellows" is 24 points.
Using “schoolfellows” in writing
Three-syllable words like "schoolfellows" (school · fel · lows) 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, “schoolfellows” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.