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