How many syllables in “workingmen”?
syllables in "workingmen"
Word details
Syllables
3
wor · kin · gmen
Letters
10
w · o · r · k · i · n · g · m · e · n
Scrabble
20
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About the word “workingmen”
The word “workingmen” contains 3 syllables, divided as wor · kin · gmen. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "workingmen" have?
"workingmen" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "workingmen" into syllables?
"workingmen" is divided into syllables as: wor · kin · gmen.
What is the Scrabble score for "workingmen"?
The Scrabble score for "workingmen" is 20 points.
Using “workingmen” in writing
Three-syllable words like "workingmen" (wor · kin · gmen) 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, “workingmen” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.