How many syllables in “woodcarvers”?
syllables in "woodcarvers"
Word details
Syllables
3
wood · car · vers
Letters
11
w · o · o · d · c · a · r · v · e · r · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “woodcarvers”
The word “woodcarvers” contains 3 syllables, divided as wood · car · vers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woodcarvers" have?
"woodcarvers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "woodcarvers" into syllables?
"woodcarvers" is divided into syllables as: wood · car · vers.
What is the Scrabble score for "woodcarvers"?
The Scrabble score for "woodcarvers" is 20 points.
Using “woodcarvers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "woodcarvers" (wood · car · vers) 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, “woodcarvers” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.