How many syllables in “coffeehouse”?
syllables in "coffeehouse"
Word details
Syllables
3
coff · eeho · use
Letters
11
c · o · f · f · e · e · h · o · u · s · e
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “coffeehouse”
The word “coffeehouse” contains 3 syllables, divided as coff · eeho · use. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coffeehouse" have?
"coffeehouse" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "coffeehouse" into syllables?
"coffeehouse" is divided into syllables as: coff · eeho · use.
What is the Scrabble score for "coffeehouse"?
The Scrabble score for "coffeehouse" is 22 points.
Using “coffeehouse” in writing
Three-syllable words like "coffeehouse" (coff · eeho · 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, “coffeehouse” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.