How many syllables in “personhood”?
syllables in "personhood"
Word details
Syllables
3
per · son · hood
Letters
10
p · e · r · s · o · n · h · o · o · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “personhood”
The word “personhood” contains 3 syllables, divided as per · son · hood. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "personhood" have?
"personhood" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "personhood" into syllables?
"personhood" is divided into syllables as: per · son · hood.
What is the Scrabble score for "personhood"?
The Scrabble score for "personhood" is 16 points.
Using “personhood” in writing
Three-syllable words like "personhood" (per · son · 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, “personhood” 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.