How many syllables in “blowholes”?
syllables in "blowholes"
Word details
Syllables
3
blo · who · les
Letters
9
b · l · o · w · h · o · l · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “blowholes”
The word “blowholes” contains 3 syllables, divided as blo · who · les. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blowholes" have?
"blowholes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blowholes" into syllables?
"blowholes" is divided into syllables as: blo · who · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "blowholes"?
The Scrabble score for "blowholes" is 17 points.
Using “blowholes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blowholes" (blo · who · les) 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, “blowholes” 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.