How many syllables in “secretaryship”?
syllables in "secretaryship"
Word details
Syllables
5
se · cre · ta · rys · hip
Letters
13
s · e · c · r · e · t · a · r · y · s · h · i · p
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “secretaryship”
The word “secretaryship” contains 5 syllables, divided as se · cre · ta · rys · hip. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "secretaryship" have?
"secretaryship" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "secretaryship" into syllables?
"secretaryship" is divided into syllables as: se · cre · ta · rys · hip.
What is the Scrabble score for "secretaryship"?
The Scrabble score for "secretaryship" is 23 points.
Using “secretaryship” in writing
"secretaryship" (se · cre · ta · rys · hip) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “secretaryship” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.