How many syllables in “hoodwinkers”?
syllables in "hoodwinkers"
Word details
Syllables
3
hood · win · kers
Letters
11
h · o · o · d · w · i · n · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “hoodwinkers”
The word “hoodwinkers” contains 3 syllables, divided as hood · win · kers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hoodwinkers" have?
"hoodwinkers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hoodwinkers" into syllables?
"hoodwinkers" is divided into syllables as: hood · win · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "hoodwinkers"?
The Scrabble score for "hoodwinkers" is 22 points.
Using “hoodwinkers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hoodwinkers" (hood · win · kers) 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, “hoodwinkers” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.