How many syllables in “swordsman”?
syllables in "swordsman"
Word details
Syllables
2
sword · sman
Letters
9
s · w · o · r · d · s · m · a · n
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “swordsman”
The word “swordsman” contains 2 syllables, divided as sword · sman. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "swordsman" have?
"swordsman" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "swordsman" into syllables?
"swordsman" is divided into syllables as: sword · sman.
What is the Scrabble score for "swordsman"?
The Scrabble score for "swordsman" is 15 points.
Using “swordsman” in writing
Two-syllable words like "swordsman" (sword · sman) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “swordsman” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “swordsman”
The letters in “swordsman” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sandworms.