How many syllables in “blowhole”?
syllables in "blowhole"
Word details
Syllables
3
blo · who · le
Letters
8
b · l · o · w · h · o · l · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “blowhole”
The word “blowhole” contains 3 syllables, divided as blo · who · le. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blowhole" have?
"blowhole" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blowhole" into syllables?
"blowhole" is divided into syllables as: blo · who · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "blowhole"?
The Scrabble score for "blowhole" is 16 points.
Using “blowhole” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blowhole" (blo · who · le) 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, “blowhole” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.