How many syllables in “clotheshorse”?
syllables in "clotheshorse"
Word details
Syllables
3
clot · hesh · orse
Letters
12
c · l · o · t · h · e · s · h · o · r · s · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “clotheshorse”
The word “clotheshorse” contains 3 syllables, divided as clot · hesh · orse. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clotheshorse" have?
"clotheshorse" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "clotheshorse" into syllables?
"clotheshorse" is divided into syllables as: clot · hesh · orse.
What is the Scrabble score for "clotheshorse"?
The Scrabble score for "clotheshorse" is 20 points.
Using “clotheshorse” in writing
Three-syllable words like "clotheshorse" (clot · hesh · orse) 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, “clotheshorse” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.