How many syllables in “brotherhoods”?
syllables in "brotherhoods"
Word details
Syllables
3
brot · her · hoods
Letters
12
b · r · o · t · h · e · r · h · o · o · d · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “brotherhoods”
The word “brotherhoods” contains 3 syllables, divided as brot · her · hoods. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brotherhoods" have?
"brotherhoods" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "brotherhoods" into syllables?
"brotherhoods" is divided into syllables as: brot · her · hoods.
What is the Scrabble score for "brotherhoods"?
The Scrabble score for "brotherhoods" is 21 points.
Using “brotherhoods” in writing
Three-syllable words like "brotherhoods" (brot · her · hoods) 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, “brotherhoods” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.