How many syllables in “keyholes”?
syllables in "keyholes"
Word details
Syllables
3
key · ho · les
Letters
8
k · e · y · h · o · l · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “keyholes”
The word “keyholes” contains 3 syllables, divided as key · ho · les. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "keyholes" have?
"keyholes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "keyholes" into syllables?
"keyholes" is divided into syllables as: key · ho · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "keyholes"?
The Scrabble score for "keyholes" is 18 points.
Using “keyholes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "keyholes" (key · ho · les) 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, “keyholes” 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.