How many syllables in “cliffhanger”?
syllables in "cliffhanger"
Word details
Syllables
3
clif · fhan · ger
Letters
11
c · l · i · f · f · h · a · n · g · e · r
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “cliffhanger”
The word “cliffhanger” contains 3 syllables, divided as clif · fhan · ger. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cliffhanger" have?
"cliffhanger" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cliffhanger" into syllables?
"cliffhanger" is divided into syllables as: clif · fhan · ger.
What is the Scrabble score for "cliffhanger"?
The Scrabble score for "cliffhanger" is 23 points.
Using “cliffhanger” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cliffhanger" (clif · fhan · ger) 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, “cliffhanger” 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.