How many syllables in “schooner”?
syllables in "schooner"
Word details
Syllables
2
schoo · ner
Letters
8
s · c · h · o · o · n · e · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “schooner”
The word “schooner” contains 2 syllables, divided as schoo · ner. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schooner" have?
"schooner" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "schooner" into syllables?
"schooner" is divided into syllables as: schoo · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "schooner"?
The Scrabble score for "schooner" is 13 points.
Using “schooner” in writing
Two-syllable words like "schooner" (schoo · ner) 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, “schooner” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.