How many syllables in “bloodhound”?
syllables in "bloodhound"
Word details
Syllables
2
blood · hound
Letters
10
b · l · o · o · d · h · o · u · n · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “bloodhound”
The word “bloodhound” contains 2 syllables, divided as blood · hound. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bloodhound" have?
"bloodhound" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bloodhound" into syllables?
"bloodhound" is divided into syllables as: blood · hound.
What is the Scrabble score for "bloodhound"?
The Scrabble score for "bloodhound" is 17 points.
Using “bloodhound” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bloodhound" (blood · hound) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “bloodhound” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.