How many syllables in “households”?
syllables in "households"
Word details
Syllables
3
hou · se · holds
Letters
10
h · o · u · s · e · h · o · l · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “households”
The word “households” contains 3 syllables, divided as hou · se · holds. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "households" have?
"households" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "households" into syllables?
"households" is divided into syllables as: hou · se · holds.
What is the Scrabble score for "households"?
The Scrabble score for "households" is 17 points.
Using “households” in writing
Three-syllable words like "households" (hou · se · holds) 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, “households” 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.