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How many syllables in “whomso”?

2

syllables in "whomso"

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Word details

Syllables

2

whom · so

Letters

6

w · h · o · m · s · o

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

w4
h4
o1
m3
s1
o1

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About the word “whomso

The word whomso contains 2 syllables, divided as whom · so. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "whomso" have?

"whomso" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "whomso" into syllables?

"whomso" is divided into syllables as: whom · so.

What is the Scrabble score for "whomso"?

The Scrabble score for "whomso" is 14 points.

Using “whomso” in writing

Two-syllable words like "whomso" (whom · so) 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, whomso is worth 14 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.

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