How many syllables in “shampoo”?
syllables in "shampoo"
Word details
Syllables
2
sham · poo
Letters
7
s · h · a · m · p · o · o
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “shampoo”
The word “shampoo” contains 2 syllables, divided as sham · poo. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shampoo" have?
"shampoo" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shampoo" into syllables?
"shampoo" is divided into syllables as: sham · poo.
What is the Scrabble score for "shampoo"?
The Scrabble score for "shampoo" is 14 points.
Using “shampoo” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shampoo" (sham · poo) 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, “shampoo” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “shampoo”
The letters in “shampoo” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oompahs.