How many syllables in “schoolhouse”?
syllables in "schoolhouse"
Word details
Syllables
2
school · house
Letters
11
s · c · h · o · o · l · h · o · u · s · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “schoolhouse”
The word “schoolhouse” contains 2 syllables, divided as school · house. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schoolhouse" have?
"schoolhouse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "schoolhouse" into syllables?
"schoolhouse" is divided into syllables as: school · house.
What is the Scrabble score for "schoolhouse"?
The Scrabble score for "schoolhouse" is 19 points.
Using “schoolhouse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "schoolhouse" (school · house) 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, “schoolhouse” 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.