How many syllables in “motherhood”?
syllables in "motherhood"
Word details
Syllables
3
mot · her · hood
Letters
10
m · o · t · h · e · r · h · o · o · d
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “motherhood”
The word “motherhood” contains 3 syllables, divided as mot · her · hood. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "motherhood" have?
"motherhood" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "motherhood" into syllables?
"motherhood" is divided into syllables as: mot · her · hood.
What is the Scrabble score for "motherhood"?
The Scrabble score for "motherhood" is 19 points.
Using “motherhood” in writing
Three-syllable words like "motherhood" (mot · her · 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, “motherhood” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.