How many syllables in “shotgunner”?
syllables in "shotgunner"
Word details
Syllables
3
shot · gun · ner
Letters
10
s · h · o · t · g · u · n · n · e · r
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “shotgunner”
The word “shotgunner” contains 3 syllables, divided as shot · gun · ner. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shotgunner" have?
"shotgunner" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shotgunner" into syllables?
"shotgunner" is divided into syllables as: shot · gun · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "shotgunner"?
The Scrabble score for "shotgunner" is 14 points.
Using “shotgunner” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shotgunner" (shot · gun · ner) 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, “shotgunner” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.