How many syllables in “toddlerhood”?
syllables in "toddlerhood"
Word details
Syllables
3
tod · dler · hood
Letters
11
t · o · d · d · l · e · r · h · o · o · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “toddlerhood”
The word “toddlerhood” contains 3 syllables, divided as tod · dler · hood. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "toddlerhood" have?
"toddlerhood" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "toddlerhood" into syllables?
"toddlerhood" is divided into syllables as: tod · dler · hood.
What is the Scrabble score for "toddlerhood"?
The Scrabble score for "toddlerhood" is 17 points.
Using “toddlerhood” in writing
Three-syllable words like "toddlerhood" (tod · dler · hood) 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, “toddlerhood” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.