How many syllables in “henhouses”?
syllables in "henhouses"
Word details
Syllables
2
henho · uses
Letters
9
h · e · n · h · o · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “henhouses”
The word “henhouses” contains 2 syllables, divided as henho · uses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "henhouses" have?
"henhouses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "henhouses" into syllables?
"henhouses" is divided into syllables as: henho · uses.
What is the Scrabble score for "henhouses"?
The Scrabble score for "henhouses" is 15 points.
Using “henhouses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "henhouses" (henho · uses) 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, “henhouses” 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.