How many syllables in “sportsmanlike”?
syllables in "sportsmanlike"
Word details
Syllables
3
sport · smanl · ike
Letters
13
s · p · o · r · t · s · m · a · n · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
21
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About the word “sportsmanlike”
The word “sportsmanlike” contains 3 syllables, divided as sport · smanl · ike. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sportsmanlike" have?
"sportsmanlike" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sportsmanlike" into syllables?
"sportsmanlike" is divided into syllables as: sport · smanl · ike.
What is the Scrabble score for "sportsmanlike"?
The Scrabble score for "sportsmanlike" is 21 points.
Using “sportsmanlike” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sportsmanlike" (sport · smanl · ike) 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, “sportsmanlike” 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.