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How many syllables in “clangour”?

2

syllables in "clangour"

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Word details

Syllables

2

clan · gour

Letters

8

c · l · a · n · g · o · u · r

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
l1
a1
n1
g2
o1
u1
r1

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About the word “clangour

The word clangour contains 2 syllables, divided as clan · gour. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "clangour" have?

"clangour" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "clangour" into syllables?

"clangour" is divided into syllables as: clan · gour.

What is the Scrabble score for "clangour"?

The Scrabble score for "clangour" is 11 points.

Using “clangour” in writing

Two-syllable words like "clangour" (clan · gour) 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, clangour is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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