How many syllables in “sportsmen”?
syllables in "sportsmen"
Word details
Syllables
2
sport · smen
Letters
9
s · p · o · r · t · s · m · e · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “sportsmen”
The word “sportsmen” contains 2 syllables, divided as sport · smen. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sportsmen" have?
"sportsmen" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sportsmen" into syllables?
"sportsmen" is divided into syllables as: sport · smen.
What is the Scrabble score for "sportsmen"?
The Scrabble score for "sportsmen" is 13 points.
Using “sportsmen” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sportsmen" (sport · smen) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “sportsmen” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.