How many syllables in “warthogs”?
syllables in "warthogs"
Word details
Syllables
2
war · thogs
Letters
8
w · a · r · t · h · o · g · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “warthogs”
The word “warthogs” contains 2 syllables, divided as war · thogs. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "warthogs" have?
"warthogs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "warthogs" into syllables?
"warthogs" is divided into syllables as: war · thogs.
What is the Scrabble score for "warthogs"?
The Scrabble score for "warthogs" is 15 points.
Using “warthogs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "warthogs" (war · thogs) 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, “warthogs” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.