How many syllables in “flapdoodles”?
syllables in "flapdoodles"
Word details
Syllables
3
flap · dood · les
Letters
11
f · l · a · p · d · o · o · d · l · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “flapdoodles”
The word “flapdoodles” contains 3 syllables, divided as flap · dood · les. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flapdoodles" have?
"flapdoodles" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flapdoodles" into syllables?
"flapdoodles" is divided into syllables as: flap · dood · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "flapdoodles"?
The Scrabble score for "flapdoodles" is 18 points.
Using “flapdoodles” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flapdoodles" (flap · dood · les) 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, “flapdoodles” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.