How many syllables in “hoodoo”?
syllables in "hoodoo"
Word details
Syllables
2
hoo · doo
Letters
6
h · o · o · d · o · o
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “hoodoo”
The word “hoodoo” contains 2 syllables, divided as hoo · doo. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hoodoo" have?
"hoodoo" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hoodoo" into syllables?
"hoodoo" is divided into syllables as: hoo · doo.
What is the Scrabble score for "hoodoo"?
The Scrabble score for "hoodoo" is 10 points.
Using “hoodoo” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hoodoo" (hoo · doo) 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, “hoodoo” is worth 10 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.