How many syllables in “shirtmakers”?
syllables in "shirtmakers"
Word details
Syllables
3
shir · tma · kers
Letters
11
s · h · i · r · t · m · a · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “shirtmakers”
The word “shirtmakers” contains 3 syllables, divided as shir · tma · kers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shirtmakers" have?
"shirtmakers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shirtmakers" into syllables?
"shirtmakers" is divided into syllables as: shir · tma · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "shirtmakers"?
The Scrabble score for "shirtmakers" is 20 points.
Using “shirtmakers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shirtmakers" (shir · tma · kers) 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, “shirtmakers” 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.