How many syllables in “cartwheelers”?
syllables in "cartwheelers"
Word details
Syllables
3
cart · whee · lers
Letters
12
c · a · r · t · w · h · e · e · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “cartwheelers”
The word “cartwheelers” contains 3 syllables, divided as cart · whee · lers. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cartwheelers" have?
"cartwheelers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cartwheelers" into syllables?
"cartwheelers" is divided into syllables as: cart · whee · lers.
What is the Scrabble score for "cartwheelers"?
The Scrabble score for "cartwheelers" is 20 points.
Using “cartwheelers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cartwheelers" (cart · whee · lers) 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, “cartwheelers” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.