How many syllables in “skedaddlers”?
syllables in "skedaddlers"
Word details
Syllables
3
ske · dad · dlers
Letters
11
s · k · e · d · a · d · d · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “skedaddlers”
The word “skedaddlers” contains 3 syllables, divided as ske · dad · dlers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skedaddlers" have?
"skedaddlers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "skedaddlers" into syllables?
"skedaddlers" is divided into syllables as: ske · dad · dlers.
What is the Scrabble score for "skedaddlers"?
The Scrabble score for "skedaddlers" is 18 points.
Using “skedaddlers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "skedaddlers" (ske · dad · dlers) 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, “skedaddlers” 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.