How many syllables in “whosoever”?
syllables in "whosoever"
Word details
Syllables
3
who · soe · ver
Letters
9
w · h · o · s · o · e · v · e · r
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “whosoever”
The word “whosoever” contains 3 syllables, divided as who · soe · ver. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "whosoever" have?
"whosoever" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "whosoever" into syllables?
"whosoever" is divided into syllables as: who · soe · ver.
What is the Scrabble score for "whosoever"?
The Scrabble score for "whosoever" is 18 points.
Using “whosoever” in writing
Three-syllable words like "whosoever" (who · soe · ver) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “whosoever” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “whosoever”
The letters in “whosoever” can be rearranged to spell one other word: howsoever.