How many syllables in “claquers”?
syllables in "claquers"
Word details
Syllables
2
cla · quers
Letters
8
c · l · a · q · u · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “claquers”
The word “claquers” contains 2 syllables, divided as cla · quers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "claquers" have?
"claquers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "claquers" into syllables?
"claquers" is divided into syllables as: cla · quers.
What is the Scrabble score for "claquers"?
The Scrabble score for "claquers" is 19 points.
Using “claquers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "claquers" (cla · quers) 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, “claquers” is worth 19 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 “claquers”
The letters in “claquers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lacquers.