How many syllables in “teamsters”?
syllables in "teamsters"
Word details
Syllables
2
team · sters
Letters
9
t · e · a · m · s · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “teamsters”
The word “teamsters” contains 2 syllables, divided as team · sters. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teamsters" have?
"teamsters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "teamsters" into syllables?
"teamsters" is divided into syllables as: team · sters.
What is the Scrabble score for "teamsters"?
The Scrabble score for "teamsters" is 11 points.
Using “teamsters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "teamsters" (team · sters) 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, “teamsters” is worth 11 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.