How many syllables in “typhoids”?
syllables in "typhoids"
Word details
Syllables
2
typ · hoids
Letters
8
t · y · p · h · o · i · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “typhoids”
The word “typhoids” contains 2 syllables, divided as typ · hoids. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "typhoids" have?
"typhoids" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "typhoids" into syllables?
"typhoids" is divided into syllables as: typ · hoids.
What is the Scrabble score for "typhoids"?
The Scrabble score for "typhoids" is 17 points.
Using “typhoids” in writing
Two-syllable words like "typhoids" (typ · hoids) 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, “typhoids” 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.