How many syllables in “maidenhoods”?
syllables in "maidenhoods"
Word details
Syllables
3
mai · den · hoods
Letters
11
m · a · i · d · e · n · h · o · o · d · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “maidenhoods”
The word “maidenhoods” contains 3 syllables, divided as mai · den · hoods. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maidenhoods" have?
"maidenhoods" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "maidenhoods" into syllables?
"maidenhoods" is divided into syllables as: mai · den · hoods.
What is the Scrabble score for "maidenhoods"?
The Scrabble score for "maidenhoods" is 18 points.
Using “maidenhoods” in writing
Three-syllable words like "maidenhoods" (mai · den · hoods) 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, “maidenhoods” 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.