How many syllables in “roughhews”?
syllables in "roughhews"
Word details
Syllables
2
roug · hhews
Letters
9
r · o · u · g · h · h · e · w · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “roughhews”
The word “roughhews” contains 2 syllables, divided as roug · hhews. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "roughhews" have?
"roughhews" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "roughhews" into syllables?
"roughhews" is divided into syllables as: roug · hhews.
What is the Scrabble score for "roughhews"?
The Scrabble score for "roughhews" is 19 points.
Using “roughhews” in writing
Two-syllable words like "roughhews" (roug · hhews) 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, “roughhews” 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.