How many syllables in “zookeeper”?
syllables in "zookeeper"
Word details
Syllables
3
zoo · kee · per
Letters
9
z · o · o · k · e · e · p · e · r
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “zookeeper”
The word “zookeeper” contains 3 syllables, divided as zoo · kee · per. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "zookeeper" have?
"zookeeper" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "zookeeper" into syllables?
"zookeeper" is divided into syllables as: zoo · kee · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "zookeeper"?
The Scrabble score for "zookeeper" is 24 points.
Using “zookeeper” in writing
Three-syllable words like "zookeeper" (zoo · kee · per) 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, “zookeeper” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.