How many syllables in “poorhouses”?
syllables in "poorhouses"
Word details
Syllables
2
poorh · ouses
Letters
10
p · o · o · r · h · o · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “poorhouses”
The word “poorhouses” contains 2 syllables, divided as poorh · ouses. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "poorhouses" have?
"poorhouses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "poorhouses" into syllables?
"poorhouses" is divided into syllables as: poorh · ouses.
What is the Scrabble score for "poorhouses"?
The Scrabble score for "poorhouses" is 15 points.
Using “poorhouses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "poorhouses" (poorh · ouses) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “poorhouses” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.