How many syllables in “cabdrivers”?
syllables in "cabdrivers"
Word details
Syllables
3
cab · dri · vers
Letters
10
c · a · b · d · r · i · v · e · r · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “cabdrivers”
The word “cabdrivers” contains 3 syllables, divided as cab · dri · vers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cabdrivers" have?
"cabdrivers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cabdrivers" into syllables?
"cabdrivers" is divided into syllables as: cab · dri · vers.
What is the Scrabble score for "cabdrivers"?
The Scrabble score for "cabdrivers" is 18 points.
Using “cabdrivers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cabdrivers" (cab · dri · vers) 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, “cabdrivers” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.