How many syllables in “wolfhounds”?
syllables in "wolfhounds"
Word details
Syllables
2
wol · fhounds
Letters
10
w · o · l · f · h · o · u · n · d · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “wolfhounds”
The word “wolfhounds” contains 2 syllables, divided as wol · fhounds. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wolfhounds" have?
"wolfhounds" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wolfhounds" into syllables?
"wolfhounds" is divided into syllables as: wol · fhounds.
What is the Scrabble score for "wolfhounds"?
The Scrabble score for "wolfhounds" is 20 points.
Using “wolfhounds” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wolfhounds" (wol · fhounds) 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, “wolfhounds” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.