How many syllables in “scoutmaster”?
syllables in "scoutmaster"
Word details
Syllables
3
scout · ma · ster
Letters
11
s · c · o · u · t · m · a · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “scoutmaster”
The word “scoutmaster” contains 3 syllables, divided as scout · ma · ster. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scoutmaster" have?
"scoutmaster" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "scoutmaster" into syllables?
"scoutmaster" is divided into syllables as: scout · ma · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "scoutmaster"?
The Scrabble score for "scoutmaster" is 15 points.
Using “scoutmaster” in writing
Three-syllable words like "scoutmaster" (scout · ma · ster) 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, “scoutmaster” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.