How many syllables in “tollhouse”?
syllables in "tollhouse"
Word details
Syllables
2
tollh · ouse
Letters
9
t · o · l · l · h · o · u · s · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “tollhouse”
The word “tollhouse” contains 2 syllables, divided as tollh · ouse. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tollhouse" have?
"tollhouse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tollhouse" into syllables?
"tollhouse" is divided into syllables as: tollh · ouse.
What is the Scrabble score for "tollhouse"?
The Scrabble score for "tollhouse" is 12 points.
Using “tollhouse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tollhouse" (tollh · ouse) 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, “tollhouse” is worth 12 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.