How many syllables in “hoodwinker”?
syllables in "hoodwinker"
Word details
Syllables
3
hood · win · ker
Letters
10
h · o · o · d · w · i · n · k · e · r
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “hoodwinker”
The word “hoodwinker” contains 3 syllables, divided as hood · win · ker. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hoodwinker" have?
"hoodwinker" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hoodwinker" into syllables?
"hoodwinker" is divided into syllables as: hood · win · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "hoodwinker"?
The Scrabble score for "hoodwinker" is 21 points.
Using “hoodwinker” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hoodwinker" (hood · win · ker) 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, “hoodwinker” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.