How many syllables in “schoolmaster”?
syllables in "schoolmaster"
Word details
Syllables
3
school · ma · ster
Letters
12
s · c · h · o · o · l · m · a · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “schoolmaster”
The word “schoolmaster” contains 3 syllables, divided as school · ma · ster. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schoolmaster" have?
"schoolmaster" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "schoolmaster" into syllables?
"schoolmaster" is divided into syllables as: school · ma · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "schoolmaster"?
The Scrabble score for "schoolmaster" is 19 points.
Using “schoolmaster” in writing
Three-syllable words like "schoolmaster" (school · ma · ster) 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, “schoolmaster” 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.