How many syllables in “sharpshooters”?
syllables in "sharpshooters"
Word details
Syllables
3
shar · pshoo · ters
Letters
13
s · h · a · r · p · s · h · o · o · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “sharpshooters”
The word “sharpshooters” contains 3 syllables, divided as shar · pshoo · ters. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sharpshooters" have?
"sharpshooters" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sharpshooters" into syllables?
"sharpshooters" is divided into syllables as: shar · pshoo · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "sharpshooters"?
The Scrabble score for "sharpshooters" is 21 points.
Using “sharpshooters” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sharpshooters" (shar · pshoo · ters) 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, “sharpshooters” 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.