How many syllables in “clumsier”?
syllables in "clumsier"
Word details
Syllables
2
clum · sier
Letters
8
c · l · u · m · s · i · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “clumsier”
The word “clumsier” contains 2 syllables, divided as clum · sier. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clumsier" have?
"clumsier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "clumsier" into syllables?
"clumsier" is divided into syllables as: clum · sier.
What is the Scrabble score for "clumsier"?
The Scrabble score for "clumsier" is 12 points.
Using “clumsier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "clumsier" (clum · sier) 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, “clumsier” 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.