How many syllables in “sharpshootings”?
syllables in "sharpshootings"
Word details
Syllables
3
shar · pshoo · tings
Letters
14
s · h · a · r · p · s · h · o · o · t · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “sharpshootings”
The word “sharpshootings” contains 3 syllables, divided as shar · pshoo · tings. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sharpshootings" have?
"sharpshootings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sharpshootings" into syllables?
"sharpshootings" is divided into syllables as: shar · pshoo · tings.
What is the Scrabble score for "sharpshootings"?
The Scrabble score for "sharpshootings" is 23 points.
Using “sharpshootings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sharpshootings" (shar · pshoo · tings) 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, “sharpshootings” 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.