How many syllables in “schoolteachers”?
syllables in "schoolteachers"
Word details
Syllables
3
school · teac · hers
Letters
14
s · c · h · o · o · l · t · e · a · c · h · e · r · s
Scrabble
24
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About the word “schoolteachers”
The word “schoolteachers” contains 3 syllables, divided as school · teac · hers. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schoolteachers" have?
"schoolteachers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "schoolteachers" into syllables?
"schoolteachers" is divided into syllables as: school · teac · hers.
What is the Scrabble score for "schoolteachers"?
The Scrabble score for "schoolteachers" is 24 points.
Using “schoolteachers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "schoolteachers" (school · teac · hers) 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, “schoolteachers” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.