How many syllables in “washhouses”?
syllables in "washhouses"
Word details
Syllables
2
washh · ouses
Letters
10
w · a · s · h · h · o · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “washhouses”
The word “washhouses” contains 2 syllables, divided as washh · ouses. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "washhouses" have?
"washhouses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "washhouses" into syllables?
"washhouses" is divided into syllables as: washh · ouses.
What is the Scrabble score for "washhouses"?
The Scrabble score for "washhouses" is 19 points.
Using “washhouses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "washhouses" (washh · ouses) 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, “washhouses” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.