How many syllables in “clearinghouse”?
syllables in "clearinghouse"
Word details
Syllables
3
clear · ingho · use
Letters
13
c · l · e · a · r · i · n · g · h · o · u · s · e
Scrabble
19
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About the word “clearinghouse”
The word “clearinghouse” contains 3 syllables, divided as clear · ingho · use. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clearinghouse" have?
"clearinghouse" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "clearinghouse" into syllables?
"clearinghouse" is divided into syllables as: clear · ingho · use.
What is the Scrabble score for "clearinghouse"?
The Scrabble score for "clearinghouse" is 19 points.
Using “clearinghouse” in writing
Three-syllable words like "clearinghouse" (clear · ingho · use) 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, “clearinghouse” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.