How many syllables in “holey”?
syllables in "holey"
Word details
Syllables
2
ho · ley
Letters
5
h · o · l · e · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “holey”
The word “holey” contains 2 syllables, divided as ho · ley. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holey" have?
"holey" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "holey" into syllables?
"holey" is divided into syllables as: ho · ley.
What is the Scrabble score for "holey"?
The Scrabble score for "holey" is 11 points.
Using “holey” in writing
Two-syllable words like "holey" (ho · ley) 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, “holey” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “holey”
The letters in “holey” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hoyle.