How many syllables in “maidenhood”?
syllables in "maidenhood"
Word details
Syllables
3
mai · den · hood
Letters
10
m · a · i · d · e · n · h · o · o · d
Scrabble
17
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About the word “maidenhood”
The word “maidenhood” contains 3 syllables, divided as mai · den · hood. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maidenhood" have?
"maidenhood" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "maidenhood" into syllables?
"maidenhood" is divided into syllables as: mai · den · hood.
What is the Scrabble score for "maidenhood"?
The Scrabble score for "maidenhood" is 17 points.
Using “maidenhood” in writing
Three-syllable words like "maidenhood" (mai · den · hood) 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, “maidenhood” 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.