How many syllables in “cardholder”?
syllables in "cardholder"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · dhol · der
Letters
10
c · a · r · d · h · o · l · d · e · r
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “cardholder”
The word “cardholder” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · dhol · der. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cardholder" have?
"cardholder" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cardholder" into syllables?
"cardholder" is divided into syllables as: car · dhol · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "cardholder"?
The Scrabble score for "cardholder" is 17 points.
Using “cardholder” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cardholder" (car · dhol · der) 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, “cardholder” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.