How many syllables in “babyhood”?
syllables in "babyhood"
Word details
Syllables
3
ba · by · hood
Letters
8
b · a · b · y · h · o · o · d
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “babyhood”
The word “babyhood” contains 3 syllables, divided as ba · by · hood. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "babyhood" have?
"babyhood" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "babyhood" into syllables?
"babyhood" is divided into syllables as: ba · by · hood.
What is the Scrabble score for "babyhood"?
The Scrabble score for "babyhood" is 19 points.
Using “babyhood” in writing
Three-syllable words like "babyhood" (ba · by · 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, “babyhood” 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.