How many syllables in “skyscraper”?
syllables in "skyscraper"
Word details
Syllables
3
sky · scra · per
Letters
10
s · k · y · s · c · r · a · p · e · r
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “skyscraper”
The word “skyscraper” contains 3 syllables, divided as sky · scra · per. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skyscraper" have?
"skyscraper" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "skyscraper" into syllables?
"skyscraper" is divided into syllables as: sky · scra · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "skyscraper"?
The Scrabble score for "skyscraper" is 21 points.
Using “skyscraper” in writing
Three-syllable words like "skyscraper" (sky · scra · per) 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, “skyscraper” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.