How many syllables in “woolman”?
syllables in "woolman"
Word details
Syllables
2
wool · man
Letters
7
w · o · o · l · m · a · n
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “woolman”
The word “woolman” contains 2 syllables, divided as wool · man. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woolman" have?
"woolman" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "woolman" into syllables?
"woolman" is divided into syllables as: wool · man.
What is the Scrabble score for "woolman"?
The Scrabble score for "woolman" is 12 points.
Using “woolman” in writing
Two-syllable words like "woolman" (wool · man) 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, “woolman” is worth 12 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.