How many syllables in “schoolmistresses”?
syllables in "schoolmistresses"
Word details
Syllables
3
school · mistre · sses
Letters
16
s · c · h · o · o · l · m · i · s · t · r · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “schoolmistresses”
The word “schoolmistresses” contains 3 syllables, divided as school · mistre · sses. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schoolmistresses" have?
"schoolmistresses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "schoolmistresses" into syllables?
"schoolmistresses" is divided into syllables as: school · mistre · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "schoolmistresses"?
The Scrabble score for "schoolmistresses" is 23 points.
Using “schoolmistresses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "schoolmistresses" (school · mistre · sses) 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, “schoolmistresses” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.