How many syllables in “farmhouse”?
syllables in "farmhouse"
Word details
Syllables
2
farmh · ouse
Letters
9
f · a · r · m · h · o · u · s · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “farmhouse”
The word “farmhouse” contains 2 syllables, divided as farmh · ouse. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "farmhouse" have?
"farmhouse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "farmhouse" into syllables?
"farmhouse" is divided into syllables as: farmh · ouse.
What is the Scrabble score for "farmhouse"?
The Scrabble score for "farmhouse" is 17 points.
Using “farmhouse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "farmhouse" (farmh · ouse) 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, “farmhouse” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.