How many syllables in “schoolmen”?
syllables in "schoolmen"
Word details
Syllables
2
school · men
Letters
9
s · c · h · o · o · l · m · e · n
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “schoolmen”
The word “schoolmen” contains 2 syllables, divided as school · men. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schoolmen" have?
"schoolmen" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "schoolmen" into syllables?
"schoolmen" is divided into syllables as: school · men.
What is the Scrabble score for "schoolmen"?
The Scrabble score for "schoolmen" is 16 points.
Using “schoolmen” in writing
Two-syllable words like "schoolmen" (school · men) 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, “schoolmen” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.