How many syllables in “powerhouses”?
syllables in "powerhouses"
Word details
Syllables
3
powe · rhou · ses
Letters
11
p · o · w · e · r · h · o · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “powerhouses”
The word “powerhouses” contains 3 syllables, divided as powe · rhou · ses. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "powerhouses" have?
"powerhouses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "powerhouses" into syllables?
"powerhouses" is divided into syllables as: powe · rhou · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "powerhouses"?
The Scrabble score for "powerhouses" is 19 points.
Using “powerhouses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "powerhouses" (powe · rhou · 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, “powerhouses” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.