How many syllables in “monkhood”?
syllables in "monkhood"
Word details
Syllables
2
mon · khood
Letters
8
m · o · n · k · h · o · o · d
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “monkhood”
The word “monkhood” contains 2 syllables, divided as mon · khood. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "monkhood" have?
"monkhood" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "monkhood" into syllables?
"monkhood" is divided into syllables as: mon · khood.
What is the Scrabble score for "monkhood"?
The Scrabble score for "monkhood" is 18 points.
Using “monkhood” in writing
Two-syllable words like "monkhood" (mon · khood) 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, “monkhood” 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.