How many syllables in “cloudberries”?
syllables in "cloudberries"
Word details
Syllables
3
cloud · ber · ries
Letters
12
c · l · o · u · d · b · e · r · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “cloudberries”
The word “cloudberries” contains 3 syllables, divided as cloud · ber · ries. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cloudberries" have?
"cloudberries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cloudberries" into syllables?
"cloudberries" is divided into syllables as: cloud · ber · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "cloudberries"?
The Scrabble score for "cloudberries" is 17 points.
Using “cloudberries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cloudberries" (cloud · ber · ries) 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, “cloudberries” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.