How many syllables in “holdouts”?
syllables in "holdouts"
Word details
Syllables
2
hol · douts
Letters
8
h · o · l · d · o · u · t · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “holdouts”
The word “holdouts” contains 2 syllables, divided as hol · douts. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holdouts" have?
"holdouts" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "holdouts" into syllables?
"holdouts" is divided into syllables as: hol · douts.
What is the Scrabble score for "holdouts"?
The Scrabble score for "holdouts" is 12 points.
Using “holdouts” in writing
Two-syllable words like "holdouts" (hol · douts) 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, “holdouts” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.