How many syllables in “steamrollers”?
syllables in "steamrollers"
Word details
Syllables
3
steam · rol · lers
Letters
12
s · t · e · a · m · r · o · l · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “steamrollers”
The word “steamrollers” contains 3 syllables, divided as steam · rol · lers. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "steamrollers" have?
"steamrollers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "steamrollers" into syllables?
"steamrollers" is divided into syllables as: steam · rol · lers.
What is the Scrabble score for "steamrollers"?
The Scrabble score for "steamrollers" is 14 points.
Using “steamrollers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "steamrollers" (steam · rol · lers) 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, “steamrollers” is worth 14 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.