How many syllables in “piddlers”?
syllables in "piddlers"
Word details
Syllables
2
pid · dlers
Letters
8
p · i · d · d · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “piddlers”
The word “piddlers” contains 2 syllables, divided as pid · dlers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "piddlers" have?
"piddlers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "piddlers" into syllables?
"piddlers" is divided into syllables as: pid · dlers.
What is the Scrabble score for "piddlers"?
The Scrabble score for "piddlers" is 12 points.
Using “piddlers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "piddlers" (pid · dlers) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “piddlers” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.