How many syllables in “shamus”?
syllables in "shamus"
Word details
Syllables
2
sha · mus
Letters
6
s · h · a · m · u · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “shamus”
The word “shamus” contains 2 syllables, divided as sha · mus. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shamus" have?
"shamus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shamus" into syllables?
"shamus" is divided into syllables as: sha · mus.
What is the Scrabble score for "shamus"?
The Scrabble score for "shamus" is 11 points.
Using “shamus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shamus" (sha · mus) 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, “shamus” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “shamus”
The letters in “shamus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: samshu.