How many syllables in “peekaboos”?
syllables in "peekaboos"
Word details
Syllables
3
pee · ka · boos
Letters
9
p · e · e · k · a · b · o · o · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “peekaboos”
The word “peekaboos” contains 3 syllables, divided as pee · ka · boos. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "peekaboos" have?
"peekaboos" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "peekaboos" into syllables?
"peekaboos" is divided into syllables as: pee · ka · boos.
What is the Scrabble score for "peekaboos"?
The Scrabble score for "peekaboos" is 17 points.
Using “peekaboos” in writing
Three-syllable words like "peekaboos" (pee · ka · boos) 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, “peekaboos” 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.