How many syllables in “sportsmanships”?
syllables in "sportsmanships"
Word details
Syllables
3
sport · sman · ships
Letters
14
s · p · o · r · t · s · m · a · n · s · h · i · p · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “sportsmanships”
The word “sportsmanships” contains 3 syllables, divided as sport · sman · ships. It has 14 letters.
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How many syllables does "sportsmanships" have?
"sportsmanships" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sportsmanships" into syllables?
"sportsmanships" is divided into syllables as: sport · sman · ships.
What is the Scrabble score for "sportsmanships"?
The Scrabble score for "sportsmanships" is 23 points.
Using “sportsmanships” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sportsmanships" (sport · sman · ships) 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, “sportsmanships” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.