How many syllables in “stewardship”?
syllables in "stewardship"
Word details
Syllables
3
ste · war · dship
Letters
11
s · t · e · w · a · r · d · s · h · i · p
Scrabble
20
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About the word “stewardship”
The word “stewardship” contains 3 syllables, divided as ste · war · dship. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stewardship" have?
"stewardship" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "stewardship" into syllables?
"stewardship" is divided into syllables as: ste · war · dship.
What is the Scrabble score for "stewardship"?
The Scrabble score for "stewardship" is 20 points.
Using “stewardship” in writing
Three-syllable words like "stewardship" (ste · war · dship) 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, “stewardship” 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.