How many syllables in “screwdrivers”?
syllables in "screwdrivers"
Word details
Syllables
3
screw · dri · vers
Letters
12
s · c · r · e · w · d · r · i · v · e · r · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “screwdrivers”
The word “screwdrivers” contains 3 syllables, divided as screw · dri · vers. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "screwdrivers" have?
"screwdrivers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "screwdrivers" into syllables?
"screwdrivers" is divided into syllables as: screw · dri · vers.
What is the Scrabble score for "screwdrivers"?
The Scrabble score for "screwdrivers" is 21 points.
Using “screwdrivers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "screwdrivers" (screw · dri · vers) 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, “screwdrivers” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.