How many syllables in “sharpshooting”?
syllables in "sharpshooting"
Word details
Syllables
3
shar · pshoo · ting
Letters
13
s · h · a · r · p · s · h · o · o · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “sharpshooting”
The word “sharpshooting” contains 3 syllables, divided as shar · pshoo · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sharpshooting" have?
"sharpshooting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sharpshooting" into syllables?
"sharpshooting" is divided into syllables as: shar · pshoo · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "sharpshooting"?
The Scrabble score for "sharpshooting" is 22 points.
Using “sharpshooting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sharpshooting" (shar · pshoo · ting) 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, “sharpshooting” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.