How many syllables in “schoolmistress”?
syllables in "schoolmistress"
Word details
Syllables
3
school · mi · stress
Letters
14
s · c · h · o · o · l · m · i · s · t · r · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
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About the word “schoolmistress”
The word “schoolmistress” contains 3 syllables, divided as school · mi · stress. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schoolmistress" have?
"schoolmistress" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "schoolmistress" into syllables?
"schoolmistress" is divided into syllables as: school · mi · stress.
What is the Scrabble score for "schoolmistress"?
The Scrabble score for "schoolmistress" is 21 points.
Using “schoolmistress” in writing
Three-syllable words like "schoolmistress" (school · mi · stress) 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, “schoolmistress” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.