How many syllables in “pilothouses”?
syllables in "pilothouses"
Word details
Syllables
3
pilo · thou · ses
Letters
11
p · i · l · o · t · h · o · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “pilothouses”
The word “pilothouses” contains 3 syllables, divided as pilo · thou · ses. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pilothouses" have?
"pilothouses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pilothouses" into syllables?
"pilothouses" is divided into syllables as: pilo · thou · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "pilothouses"?
The Scrabble score for "pilothouses" is 16 points.
Using “pilothouses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pilothouses" (pilo · thou · ses) 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, “pilothouses” 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.