How many syllables in “shoemakers”?
syllables in "shoemakers"
Word details
Syllables
3
shoe · ma · kers
Letters
10
s · h · o · e · m · a · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “shoemakers”
The word “shoemakers” contains 3 syllables, divided as shoe · ma · kers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shoemakers" have?
"shoemakers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shoemakers" into syllables?
"shoemakers" is divided into syllables as: shoe · ma · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "shoemakers"?
The Scrabble score for "shoemakers" is 19 points.
Using “shoemakers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shoemakers" (shoe · ma · 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, “shoemakers” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.