How many syllables in “dodder”?
syllables in "dodder"
Word details
Syllables
2
dod · der
Letters
6
d · o · d · d · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “dodder”
The word “dodder” contains 2 syllables, divided as dod · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dodder" have?
"dodder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dodder" into syllables?
"dodder" is divided into syllables as: dod · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "dodder"?
The Scrabble score for "dodder" is 9 points.
Using “dodder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dodder" (dod · der) 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, “dodder” 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 “dodder”
The letters in “dodder” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rodded.