How many syllables in “housefly”?
syllables in "housefly"
Word details
Syllables
3
hou · se · fly
Letters
8
h · o · u · s · e · f · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “housefly”
The word “housefly” contains 3 syllables, divided as hou · se · fly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "housefly" have?
"housefly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "housefly" into syllables?
"housefly" is divided into syllables as: hou · se · fly.
What is the Scrabble score for "housefly"?
The Scrabble score for "housefly" is 17 points.
Using “housefly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "housefly" (hou · se · fly) 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, “housefly” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.