How many syllables in “schoolmasters”?
syllables in "schoolmasters"
Word details
Syllables
3
school · ma · sters
Letters
13
s · c · h · o · o · l · m · a · s · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “schoolmasters”
The word “schoolmasters” contains 3 syllables, divided as school · ma · sters. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schoolmasters" have?
"schoolmasters" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "schoolmasters" into syllables?
"schoolmasters" is divided into syllables as: school · ma · sters.
What is the Scrabble score for "schoolmasters"?
The Scrabble score for "schoolmasters" is 20 points.
Using “schoolmasters” in writing
Three-syllable words like "schoolmasters" (school · ma · sters) 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, “schoolmasters” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.