How many syllables in “sportswritings”?
syllables in "sportswritings"
Word details
Syllables
3
spor · tswri · tings
Letters
14
s · p · o · r · t · s · w · r · i · t · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “sportswritings”
The word “sportswritings” contains 3 syllables, divided as spor · tswri · tings. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sportswritings" have?
"sportswritings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sportswritings" into syllables?
"sportswritings" is divided into syllables as: spor · tswri · tings.
What is the Scrabble score for "sportswritings"?
The Scrabble score for "sportswritings" is 20 points.
Using “sportswritings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sportswritings" (spor · tswri · tings) 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, “sportswritings” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.