How many syllables in “schooners”?
syllables in "schooners"
Word details
Syllables
2
schoo · ners
Letters
9
s · c · h · o · o · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “schooners”
The word “schooners” contains 2 syllables, divided as schoo · ners. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schooners" have?
"schooners" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "schooners" into syllables?
"schooners" is divided into syllables as: schoo · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "schooners"?
The Scrabble score for "schooners" is 14 points.
Using “schooners” in writing
Two-syllable words like "schooners" (schoo · ners) 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, “schooners” is worth 14 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.