How many syllables in “childhoods”?
syllables in "childhoods"
Word details
Syllables
2
chil · dhoods
Letters
10
c · h · i · l · d · h · o · o · d · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “childhoods”
The word “childhoods” contains 2 syllables, divided as chil · dhoods. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "childhoods" have?
"childhoods" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "childhoods" into syllables?
"childhoods" is divided into syllables as: chil · dhoods.
What is the Scrabble score for "childhoods"?
The Scrabble score for "childhoods" is 20 points.
Using “childhoods” in writing
Two-syllable words like "childhoods" (chil · dhoods) 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, “childhoods” 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.