How many syllables in “clackers”?
syllables in "clackers"
Word details
Syllables
2
clac · kers
Letters
8
c · l · a · c · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “clackers”
The word “clackers” contains 2 syllables, divided as clac · kers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clackers" have?
"clackers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "clackers" into syllables?
"clackers" is divided into syllables as: clac · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "clackers"?
The Scrabble score for "clackers" is 16 points.
Using “clackers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "clackers" (clac · kers) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “clackers” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “clackers”
The letters in “clackers” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cacklers, crackles.