How many syllables in “pigeonholed”?
syllables in "pigeonholed"
Word details
Syllables
3
pige · onho · led
Letters
11
p · i · g · e · o · n · h · o · l · e · d
Scrabble
18
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About the word “pigeonholed”
The word “pigeonholed” contains 3 syllables, divided as pige · onho · led. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "pigeonholed" have?
"pigeonholed" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pigeonholed" into syllables?
"pigeonholed" is divided into syllables as: pige · onho · led.
What is the Scrabble score for "pigeonholed"?
The Scrabble score for "pigeonholed" is 18 points.
Using “pigeonholed” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pigeonholed" (pige · onho · led) 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, “pigeonholed” 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.