How many syllables in “troopships”?
syllables in "troopships"
Word details
Syllables
2
troop · ships
Letters
10
t · r · o · o · p · s · h · i · p · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “troopships”
The word “troopships” contains 2 syllables, divided as troop · ships. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "troopships" have?
"troopships" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "troopships" into syllables?
"troopships" is divided into syllables as: troop · ships.
What is the Scrabble score for "troopships"?
The Scrabble score for "troopships" is 17 points.
Using “troopships” in writing
Two-syllable words like "troopships" (troop · ships) 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, “troopships” 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.