How many syllables in “withholders”?
syllables in "withholders"
Word details
Syllables
3
wit · hhol · ders
Letters
11
w · i · t · h · h · o · l · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “withholders”
The word “withholders” contains 3 syllables, divided as wit · hhol · ders. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "withholders" have?
"withholders" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "withholders" into syllables?
"withholders" is divided into syllables as: wit · hhol · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "withholders"?
The Scrabble score for "withholders" is 21 points.
Using “withholders” in writing
Three-syllable words like "withholders" (wit · hhol · ders) 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, “withholders” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.