How many syllables in “cousinhood”?
syllables in "cousinhood"
Word details
Syllables
3
cou · sin · hood
Letters
10
c · o · u · s · i · n · h · o · o · d
Scrabble
16
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About the word “cousinhood”
The word “cousinhood” contains 3 syllables, divided as cou · sin · hood. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cousinhood" have?
"cousinhood" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cousinhood" into syllables?
"cousinhood" is divided into syllables as: cou · sin · hood.
What is the Scrabble score for "cousinhood"?
The Scrabble score for "cousinhood" is 16 points.
Using “cousinhood” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cousinhood" (cou · sin · 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, “cousinhood” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.