How many syllables in “nightclothes”?
syllables in "nightclothes"
Word details
Syllables
3
night · clot · hes
Letters
12
n · i · g · h · t · c · l · o · t · h · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “nightclothes”
The word “nightclothes” contains 3 syllables, divided as night · clot · hes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nightclothes" have?
"nightclothes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nightclothes" into syllables?
"nightclothes" is divided into syllables as: night · clot · hes.
What is the Scrabble score for "nightclothes"?
The Scrabble score for "nightclothes" is 21 points.
Using “nightclothes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nightclothes" (night · clot · hes) 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, “nightclothes” 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.