How many syllables in “screwdriver”?
syllables in "screwdriver"
Word details
Syllables
3
screw · dri · ver
Letters
11
s · c · r · e · w · d · r · i · v · e · r
Scrabble
20
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About the word “screwdriver”
The word “screwdriver” contains 3 syllables, divided as screw · dri · ver. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "screwdriver" have?
"screwdriver" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "screwdriver" into syllables?
"screwdriver" is divided into syllables as: screw · dri · ver.
What is the Scrabble score for "screwdriver"?
The Scrabble score for "screwdriver" is 20 points.
Using “screwdriver” in writing
Three-syllable words like "screwdriver" (screw · dri · ver) 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, “screwdriver” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.