How many syllables in “stranglehold”?
syllables in "stranglehold"
Word details
Syllables
3
stran · gle · hold
Letters
12
s · t · r · a · n · g · l · e · h · o · l · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “stranglehold”
The word “stranglehold” contains 3 syllables, divided as stran · gle · hold. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stranglehold" have?
"stranglehold" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "stranglehold" into syllables?
"stranglehold" is divided into syllables as: stran · gle · hold.
What is the Scrabble score for "stranglehold"?
The Scrabble score for "stranglehold" is 17 points.
Using “stranglehold” in writing
Three-syllable words like "stranglehold" (stran · gle · hold) 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, “stranglehold” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.