How many syllables in “skidder”?
syllables in "skidder"
Word details
Syllables
2
skid · der
Letters
7
s · k · i · d · d · e · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “skidder”
The word “skidder” contains 2 syllables, divided as skid · der. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skidder" have?
"skidder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "skidder" into syllables?
"skidder" is divided into syllables as: skid · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "skidder"?
The Scrabble score for "skidder" is 13 points.
Using “skidder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "skidder" (skid · der) 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, “skidder” is worth 13 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 “skidder”
The letters in “skidder” can be rearranged to spell one other word: kidders.