How many syllables in “skateboard”?
syllables in "skateboard"
Word details
Syllables
3
ska · te · board
Letters
10
s · k · a · t · e · b · o · a · r · d
Scrabble
17
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About the word “skateboard”
The word “skateboard” contains 3 syllables, divided as ska · te · board. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skateboard" have?
"skateboard" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "skateboard" into syllables?
"skateboard" is divided into syllables as: ska · te · board.
What is the Scrabble score for "skateboard"?
The Scrabble score for "skateboard" is 17 points.
Using “skateboard” in writing
Three-syllable words like "skateboard" (ska · te · board) 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, “skateboard” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.