How many syllables in “cloture”?
syllables in "cloture"
Word details
Syllables
2
clot · ure
Letters
7
c · l · o · t · u · r · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “cloture”
The word “cloture” contains 2 syllables, divided as clot · ure. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cloture" have?
"cloture" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cloture" into syllables?
"cloture" is divided into syllables as: clot · ure.
What is the Scrabble score for "cloture"?
The Scrabble score for "cloture" is 9 points.
Using “cloture” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cloture" (clot · ure) 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, “cloture” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “cloture”
The letters in “cloture” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: clouter, coulter.