How many syllables in “housekeep”?
syllables in "housekeep"
Word details
Syllables
3
hou · se · keep
Letters
9
h · o · u · s · e · k · e · e · p
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “housekeep”
The word “housekeep” contains 3 syllables, divided as hou · se · keep. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "housekeep" have?
"housekeep" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "housekeep" into syllables?
"housekeep" is divided into syllables as: hou · se · keep.
What is the Scrabble score for "housekeep"?
The Scrabble score for "housekeep" is 18 points.
Using “housekeep” in writing
Three-syllable words like "housekeep" (hou · se · keep) 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, “housekeep” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.