How many syllables in “sojourner”?
syllables in "sojourner"
Word details
Syllables
3
so · jour · ner
Letters
9
s · o · j · o · u · r · n · e · r
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “sojourner”
The word “sojourner” contains 3 syllables, divided as so · jour · ner. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sojourner" have?
"sojourner" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sojourner" into syllables?
"sojourner" is divided into syllables as: so · jour · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "sojourner"?
The Scrabble score for "sojourner" is 16 points.
Using “sojourner” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sojourner" (so · jour · 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, “sojourner” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.