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How many syllables in “strikebreaker”?

4

syllables in "strikebreaker"

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Word details

Syllables

4

stri · ke · brea · ker

Letters

13

s · t · r · i · k · e · b · r · e · a · k · e · r

Scrabble

23

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
t1
r1
i1
k5
e1
b3
r1
e1
a1
k5
e1
r1

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About the word “strikebreaker

The word strikebreaker contains 4 syllables, divided as stri · ke · brea · ker. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "strikebreaker" have?

"strikebreaker" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "strikebreaker" into syllables?

"strikebreaker" is divided into syllables as: stri · ke · brea · ker.

What is the Scrabble score for "strikebreaker"?

The Scrabble score for "strikebreaker" is 23 points.

Using “strikebreaker” in writing

Four-syllable words like "strikebreaker" (stri · ke · brea · ker) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, strikebreaker is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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