How many syllables in “clipboards”?
syllables in "clipboards"
Word details
Syllables
2
clip · boards
Letters
10
c · l · i · p · b · o · a · r · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “clipboards”
The word “clipboards” contains 2 syllables, divided as clip · boards. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clipboards" have?
"clipboards" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "clipboards" into syllables?
"clipboards" is divided into syllables as: clip · boards.
What is the Scrabble score for "clipboards"?
The Scrabble score for "clipboards" is 17 points.
Using “clipboards” in writing
Two-syllable words like "clipboards" (clip · boards) 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, “clipboards” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.