How many syllables in “sleepwalkers”?
syllables in "sleepwalkers"
Word details
Syllables
3
sleep · wal · kers
Letters
12
s · l · e · e · p · w · a · l · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “sleepwalkers”
The word “sleepwalkers” contains 3 syllables, divided as sleep · wal · kers. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sleepwalkers" have?
"sleepwalkers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sleepwalkers" into syllables?
"sleepwalkers" is divided into syllables as: sleep · wal · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "sleepwalkers"?
The Scrabble score for "sleepwalkers" is 21 points.
Using “sleepwalkers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sleepwalkers" (sleep · wal · 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, “sleepwalkers” 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.