How many syllables in “ballyhooed”?
syllables in "ballyhooed"
Word details
Syllables
3
bal · ly · hooed
Letters
10
b · a · l · l · y · h · o · o · e · d
Scrabble
19
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About the word “ballyhooed”
The word “ballyhooed” contains 3 syllables, divided as bal · ly · hooed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ballyhooed" have?
"ballyhooed" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ballyhooed" into syllables?
"ballyhooed" is divided into syllables as: bal · ly · hooed.
What is the Scrabble score for "ballyhooed"?
The Scrabble score for "ballyhooed" is 19 points.
Using “ballyhooed” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ballyhooed" (bal · ly · hooed) 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, “ballyhooed” 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.