How many syllables in “holocausts”?
syllables in "holocausts"
Word details
Syllables
3
ho · lo · causts
Letters
10
h · o · l · o · c · a · u · s · t · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “holocausts”
The word “holocausts” contains 3 syllables, divided as ho · lo · causts. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holocausts" have?
"holocausts" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "holocausts" into syllables?
"holocausts" is divided into syllables as: ho · lo · causts.
What is the Scrabble score for "holocausts"?
The Scrabble score for "holocausts" is 15 points.
Using “holocausts” in writing
Three-syllable words like "holocausts" (ho · lo · causts) 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, “holocausts” 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.