How many syllables in “spinsterhoods”?
syllables in "spinsterhoods"
Word details
Syllables
3
spin · ster · hoods
Letters
13
s · p · i · n · s · t · e · r · h · o · o · d · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “spinsterhoods”
The word “spinsterhoods” contains 3 syllables, divided as spin · ster · hoods. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spinsterhoods" have?
"spinsterhoods" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "spinsterhoods" into syllables?
"spinsterhoods" is divided into syllables as: spin · ster · hoods.
What is the Scrabble score for "spinsterhoods"?
The Scrabble score for "spinsterhoods" is 19 points.
Using “spinsterhoods” in writing
Three-syllable words like "spinsterhoods" (spin · ster · hoods) 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, “spinsterhoods” 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.