How many syllables in “shipbuilders”?
syllables in "shipbuilders"
Word details
Syllables
3
ship · buil · ders
Letters
12
s · h · i · p · b · u · i · l · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “shipbuilders”
The word “shipbuilders” contains 3 syllables, divided as ship · buil · ders. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shipbuilders" have?
"shipbuilders" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shipbuilders" into syllables?
"shipbuilders" is divided into syllables as: ship · buil · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "shipbuilders"?
The Scrabble score for "shipbuilders" is 20 points.
Using “shipbuilders” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shipbuilders" (ship · buil · ders) 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, “shipbuilders” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.