How many syllables in “brotherhood”?
syllables in "brotherhood"
Word details
Syllables
3
brot · her · hood
Letters
11
b · r · o · t · h · e · r · h · o · o · d
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “brotherhood”
The word “brotherhood” contains 3 syllables, divided as brot · her · hood. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brotherhood" have?
"brotherhood" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "brotherhood" into syllables?
"brotherhood" is divided into syllables as: brot · her · hood.
What is the Scrabble score for "brotherhood"?
The Scrabble score for "brotherhood" is 20 points.
Using “brotherhood” in writing
Three-syllable words like "brotherhood" (brot · her · 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, “brotherhood” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.