How many syllables in “clothes”?
syllables in "clothes"
Word details
Syllables
2
clot · hes
Letters
7
c · l · o · t · h · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “clothes”
The word “clothes” contains 2 syllables, divided as clot · hes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clothes" have?
"clothes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "clothes" into syllables?
"clothes" is divided into syllables as: clot · hes.
What is the Scrabble score for "clothes"?
The Scrabble score for "clothes" is 12 points.
Using “clothes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "clothes" (clot · hes) 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, “clothes” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.