How many syllables in “cliffhangers”?
syllables in "cliffhangers"
Word details
Syllables
3
clif · fhan · gers
Letters
12
c · l · i · f · f · h · a · n · g · e · r · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “cliffhangers”
The word “cliffhangers” contains 3 syllables, divided as clif · fhan · gers. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cliffhangers" have?
"cliffhangers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cliffhangers" into syllables?
"cliffhangers" is divided into syllables as: clif · fhan · gers.
What is the Scrabble score for "cliffhangers"?
The Scrabble score for "cliffhangers" is 24 points.
Using “cliffhangers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cliffhangers" (clif · fhan · gers) 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, “cliffhangers” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.