How many syllables in “firehouse”?
syllables in "firehouse"
Word details
Syllables
3
fir · eho · use
Letters
9
f · i · r · e · h · o · u · s · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “firehouse”
The word “firehouse” contains 3 syllables, divided as fir · eho · use. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "firehouse" have?
"firehouse" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "firehouse" into syllables?
"firehouse" is divided into syllables as: fir · eho · use.
What is the Scrabble score for "firehouse"?
The Scrabble score for "firehouse" is 15 points.
Using “firehouse” in writing
Three-syllable words like "firehouse" (fir · eho · 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, “firehouse” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.