How many syllables in “sportscasting”?
syllables in "sportscasting"
Word details
Syllables
3
sport · sca · sting
Letters
13
s · p · o · r · t · s · c · a · s · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
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About the word “sportscasting”
The word “sportscasting” contains 3 syllables, divided as sport · sca · sting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sportscasting" have?
"sportscasting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sportscasting" into syllables?
"sportscasting" is divided into syllables as: sport · sca · sting.
What is the Scrabble score for "sportscasting"?
The Scrabble score for "sportscasting" is 18 points.
Using “sportscasting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sportscasting" (sport · sca · sting) 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, “sportscasting” 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.