How many syllables in “clodhoppers”?
syllables in "clodhoppers"
Word details
Syllables
3
clod · hop · pers
Letters
11
c · l · o · d · h · o · p · p · e · r · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “clodhoppers”
The word “clodhoppers” contains 3 syllables, divided as clod · hop · pers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clodhoppers" have?
"clodhoppers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "clodhoppers" into syllables?
"clodhoppers" is divided into syllables as: clod · hop · pers.
What is the Scrabble score for "clodhoppers"?
The Scrabble score for "clodhoppers" is 21 points.
Using “clodhoppers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "clodhoppers" (clod · hop · pers) 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, “clodhoppers” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.