How many syllables in “forbidder”?
syllables in "forbidder"
Word details
Syllables
3
for · bid · der
Letters
9
f · o · r · b · i · d · d · e · r
Scrabble
16
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About the word “forbidder”
The word “forbidder” contains 3 syllables, divided as for · bid · der. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "forbidder" have?
"forbidder" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "forbidder" into syllables?
"forbidder" is divided into syllables as: for · bid · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "forbidder"?
The Scrabble score for "forbidder" is 16 points.
Using “forbidder” in writing
Three-syllable words like "forbidder" (for · bid · der) 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, “forbidder” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.