How many syllables in “zookeepers”?
syllables in "zookeepers"
Word details
Syllables
3
zoo · kee · pers
Letters
10
z · o · o · k · e · e · p · e · r · s
Scrabble
25
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About the word “zookeepers”
The word “zookeepers” contains 3 syllables, divided as zoo · kee · pers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "zookeepers" have?
"zookeepers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "zookeepers" into syllables?
"zookeepers" is divided into syllables as: zoo · kee · pers.
What is the Scrabble score for "zookeepers"?
The Scrabble score for "zookeepers" is 25 points.
Using “zookeepers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "zookeepers" (zoo · kee · pers) 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, “zookeepers” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.