How many syllables in “clappers”?
syllables in "clappers"
Word details
Syllables
2
clap · pers
Letters
8
c · l · a · p · p · e · r · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “clappers”
The word “clappers” contains 2 syllables, divided as clap · pers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clappers" have?
"clappers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "clappers" into syllables?
"clappers" is divided into syllables as: clap · pers.
What is the Scrabble score for "clappers"?
The Scrabble score for "clappers" is 14 points.
Using “clappers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "clappers" (clap · pers) 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, “clappers” is worth 14 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.
Anagrams of “clappers”
The letters in “clappers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: scrapple.