How many syllables in “shirtsleeves”?
syllables in "shirtsleeves"
Word details
Syllables
3
shirt · slee · ves
Letters
12
s · h · i · r · t · s · l · e · e · v · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “shirtsleeves”
The word “shirtsleeves” contains 3 syllables, divided as shirt · slee · ves. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shirtsleeves" have?
"shirtsleeves" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shirtsleeves" into syllables?
"shirtsleeves" is divided into syllables as: shirt · slee · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "shirtsleeves"?
The Scrabble score for "shirtsleeves" is 18 points.
Using “shirtsleeves” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shirtsleeves" (shirt · slee · ves) 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, “shirtsleeves” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.