How many syllables in “teamwork”?
syllables in "teamwork"
Word details
Syllables
2
team · work
Letters
8
t · e · a · m · w · o · r · k
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “teamwork”
The word “teamwork” contains 2 syllables, divided as team · work. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teamwork" have?
"teamwork" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "teamwork" into syllables?
"teamwork" is divided into syllables as: team · work.
What is the Scrabble score for "teamwork"?
The Scrabble score for "teamwork" is 17 points.
Using “teamwork” in writing
Two-syllable words like "teamwork" (team · work) 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, “teamwork” is worth 17 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 “teamwork”
The letters in “teamwork” can be rearranged to spell one other word: workmate.