How many syllables in “horseflesh”?
syllables in "horseflesh"
Word details
Syllables
3
hor · se · flesh
Letters
10
h · o · r · s · e · f · l · e · s · h
Scrabble
19
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About the word “horseflesh”
The word “horseflesh” contains 3 syllables, divided as hor · se · flesh. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "horseflesh" have?
"horseflesh" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "horseflesh" into syllables?
"horseflesh" is divided into syllables as: hor · se · flesh.
What is the Scrabble score for "horseflesh"?
The Scrabble score for "horseflesh" is 19 points.
Using “horseflesh” in writing
Three-syllable words like "horseflesh" (hor · se · flesh) 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, “horseflesh” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.