How many syllables in “bloodsuckers”?
syllables in "bloodsuckers"
Word details
Syllables
3
blood · suc · kers
Letters
12
b · l · o · o · d · s · u · c · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “bloodsuckers”
The word “bloodsuckers” contains 3 syllables, divided as blood · suc · kers. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bloodsuckers" have?
"bloodsuckers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bloodsuckers" into syllables?
"bloodsuckers" is divided into syllables as: blood · suc · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "bloodsuckers"?
The Scrabble score for "bloodsuckers" is 21 points.
Using “bloodsuckers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bloodsuckers" (blood · suc · kers) 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, “bloodsuckers” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.