How many syllables in “skateboards”?
syllables in "skateboards"
Word details
Syllables
3
ska · te · boards
Letters
11
s · k · a · t · e · b · o · a · r · d · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “skateboards”
The word “skateboards” contains 3 syllables, divided as ska · te · boards. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skateboards" have?
"skateboards" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "skateboards" into syllables?
"skateboards" is divided into syllables as: ska · te · boards.
What is the Scrabble score for "skateboards"?
The Scrabble score for "skateboards" is 18 points.
Using “skateboards” in writing
Three-syllable words like "skateboards" (ska · te · boards) 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, “skateboards” 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.