How many syllables in “colanders”?
syllables in "colanders"
Word details
Syllables
3
co · lan · ders
Letters
9
c · o · l · a · n · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “colanders”
The word “colanders” contains 3 syllables, divided as co · lan · ders. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "colanders" have?
"colanders" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "colanders" into syllables?
"colanders" is divided into syllables as: co · lan · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "colanders"?
The Scrabble score for "colanders" is 12 points.
Using “colanders” in writing
Three-syllable words like "colanders" (co · lan · ders) 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, “colanders” 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.
Anagrams of “colanders”
The letters in “colanders” can be rearranged to spell one other word: conelrads.