How many syllables in “poodle”?
syllables in "poodle"
Word details
Syllables
3
po · od · le
Letters
6
p · o · o · d · l · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “poodle”
The word “poodle” contains 3 syllables, divided as po · od · le. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "poodle" have?
"poodle" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "poodle" into syllables?
"poodle" is divided into syllables as: po · od · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "poodle"?
The Scrabble score for "poodle" is 9 points.
Using “poodle” in writing
Three-syllable words like "poodle" (po · od · le) 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, “poodle” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “poodle”
The letters in “poodle” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: looped, pooled.