How many syllables in “woodcarver”?
syllables in "woodcarver"
Word details
Syllables
3
wood · car · ver
Letters
10
w · o · o · d · c · a · r · v · e · r
Scrabble
19
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About the word “woodcarver”
The word “woodcarver” contains 3 syllables, divided as wood · car · ver. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woodcarver" have?
"woodcarver" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "woodcarver" into syllables?
"woodcarver" is divided into syllables as: wood · car · ver.
What is the Scrabble score for "woodcarver"?
The Scrabble score for "woodcarver" is 19 points.
Using “woodcarver” in writing
Three-syllable words like "woodcarver" (wood · car · ver) 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, “woodcarver” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.