How many syllables in “sojourners”?
syllables in "sojourners"
Word details
Syllables
3
so · jour · ners
Letters
10
s · o · j · o · u · r · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “sojourners”
The word “sojourners” contains 3 syllables, divided as so · jour · ners. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sojourners" have?
"sojourners" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sojourners" into syllables?
"sojourners" is divided into syllables as: so · jour · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "sojourners"?
The Scrabble score for "sojourners" is 17 points.
Using “sojourners” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sojourners" (so · jour · ners) 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, “sojourners” 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.