How many syllables in “timberdoodle”?
syllables in "timberdoodle"
Word details
Syllables
5
tim · ber · doo · dle
Letters
12
t · i · m · b · e · r · d · o · o · d · l · e
Scrabble
18
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About the word “timberdoodle”
The word “timberdoodle” contains 5 syllables, divided as tim · ber · doo · dle. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "timberdoodle" have?
"timberdoodle" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "timberdoodle" into syllables?
"timberdoodle" is divided into syllables as: tim · ber · doo · dle.
What is the Scrabble score for "timberdoodle"?
The Scrabble score for "timberdoodle" is 18 points.
Using “timberdoodle” in writing
"timberdoodle" (tim · ber · doo · dle) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “timberdoodle” 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.