How many syllables in “clothespress”?
syllables in "clothespress"
Word details
Syllables
3
clot · he · spress
Letters
12
c · l · o · t · h · e · s · p · r · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “clothespress”
The word “clothespress” contains 3 syllables, divided as clot · he · spress. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clothespress" have?
"clothespress" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "clothespress" into syllables?
"clothespress" is divided into syllables as: clot · he · spress.
What is the Scrabble score for "clothespress"?
The Scrabble score for "clothespress" is 19 points.
Using “clothespress” in writing
Three-syllable words like "clothespress" (clot · he · spress) 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, “clothespress” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.