How many syllables in “clairvoyances”?
syllables in "clairvoyances"
Word details
Syllables
3
clair · voyan · ces
Letters
13
c · l · a · i · r · v · o · y · a · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “clairvoyances”
The word “clairvoyances” contains 3 syllables, divided as clair · voyan · ces. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clairvoyances" have?
"clairvoyances" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "clairvoyances" into syllables?
"clairvoyances" is divided into syllables as: clair · voyan · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "clairvoyances"?
The Scrabble score for "clairvoyances" is 23 points.
Using “clairvoyances” in writing
Three-syllable words like "clairvoyances" (clair · voyan · ces) 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, “clairvoyances” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.