How many syllables in “lighthouse”?
syllables in "lighthouse"
Word details
Syllables
2
light · house
Letters
10
l · i · g · h · t · h · o · u · s · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “lighthouse”
The word “lighthouse” contains 2 syllables, divided as light · house. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lighthouse" have?
"lighthouse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lighthouse" into syllables?
"lighthouse" is divided into syllables as: light · house.
What is the Scrabble score for "lighthouse"?
The Scrabble score for "lighthouse" is 17 points.
Using “lighthouse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lighthouse" (light · house) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “lighthouse” 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.