How many syllables in “stewardships”?
syllables in "stewardships"
Word details
Syllables
3
ste · war · dships
Letters
12
s · t · e · w · a · r · d · s · h · i · p · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “stewardships”
The word “stewardships” contains 3 syllables, divided as ste · war · dships. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stewardships" have?
"stewardships" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "stewardships" into syllables?
"stewardships" is divided into syllables as: ste · war · dships.
What is the Scrabble score for "stewardships"?
The Scrabble score for "stewardships" is 21 points.
Using “stewardships” in writing
Three-syllable words like "stewardships" (ste · war · dships) 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, “stewardships” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.