How many syllables in “nutcracker”?
syllables in "nutcracker"
Word details
Syllables
3
nut · crac · ker
Letters
10
n · u · t · c · r · a · c · k · e · r
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “nutcracker”
The word “nutcracker” contains 3 syllables, divided as nut · crac · ker. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nutcracker" have?
"nutcracker" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nutcracker" into syllables?
"nutcracker" is divided into syllables as: nut · crac · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "nutcracker"?
The Scrabble score for "nutcracker" is 18 points.
Using “nutcracker” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nutcracker" (nut · crac · 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, “nutcracker” 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.