How many syllables in “shipmate”?
syllables in "shipmate"
Word details
Syllables
2
ship · mate
Letters
8
s · h · i · p · m · a · t · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “shipmate”
The word “shipmate” contains 2 syllables, divided as ship · mate. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shipmate" have?
"shipmate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shipmate" into syllables?
"shipmate" is divided into syllables as: ship · mate.
What is the Scrabble score for "shipmate"?
The Scrabble score for "shipmate" is 15 points.
Using “shipmate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shipmate" (ship · mate) 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, “shipmate” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “shipmate”
The letters in “shipmate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mateship.