How many syllables in “housewife”?
syllables in "housewife"
Word details
Syllables
3
hou · sew · ife
Letters
9
h · o · u · s · e · w · i · f · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “housewife”
The word “housewife” contains 3 syllables, divided as hou · sew · ife. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "housewife" have?
"housewife" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "housewife" into syllables?
"housewife" is divided into syllables as: hou · sew · ife.
What is the Scrabble score for "housewife"?
The Scrabble score for "housewife" is 18 points.
Using “housewife” in writing
Three-syllable words like "housewife" (hou · sew · ife) 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, “housewife” 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.