How many syllables in “peekaboo”?
syllables in "peekaboo"
Word details
Syllables
3
pee · ka · boo
Letters
8
p · e · e · k · a · b · o · o
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “peekaboo”
The word “peekaboo” contains 3 syllables, divided as pee · ka · boo. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "peekaboo" have?
"peekaboo" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "peekaboo" into syllables?
"peekaboo" is divided into syllables as: pee · ka · boo.
What is the Scrabble score for "peekaboo"?
The Scrabble score for "peekaboo" is 16 points.
Using “peekaboo” in writing
Three-syllable words like "peekaboo" (pee · ka · boo) 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, “peekaboo” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.