How many syllables in “upholds”?
syllables in "upholds"
Word details
Syllables
2
up · holds
Letters
7
u · p · h · o · l · d · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “upholds”
The word “upholds” contains 2 syllables, divided as up · holds. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "upholds" have?
"upholds" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "upholds" into syllables?
"upholds" is divided into syllables as: up · holds.
What is the Scrabble score for "upholds"?
The Scrabble score for "upholds" is 13 points.
Using “upholds” in writing
Two-syllable words like "upholds" (up · holds) 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, “upholds” is worth 13 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 “upholds”
The letters in “upholds” can be rearranged to spell one other word: holdups.