How many syllables in “cluttering”?
syllables in "cluttering"
Word details
Syllables
3
clut · te · ring
Letters
10
c · l · u · t · t · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “cluttering”
The word “cluttering” contains 3 syllables, divided as clut · te · ring. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cluttering" have?
"cluttering" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cluttering" into syllables?
"cluttering" is divided into syllables as: clut · te · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "cluttering"?
The Scrabble score for "cluttering" is 13 points.
Using “cluttering” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cluttering" (clut · te · ring) 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, “cluttering” is worth 13 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.