How many syllables in “toolmaking”?
syllables in "toolmaking"
Word details
Syllables
3
tool · ma · king
Letters
10
t · o · o · l · m · a · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “toolmaking”
The word “toolmaking” contains 3 syllables, divided as tool · ma · king. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "toolmaking" have?
"toolmaking" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "toolmaking" into syllables?
"toolmaking" is divided into syllables as: tool · ma · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "toolmaking"?
The Scrabble score for "toolmaking" is 17 points.
Using “toolmaking” in writing
Three-syllable words like "toolmaking" (tool · ma · king) 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, “toolmaking” 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.