How many syllables in “airheads”?
syllables in "airheads"
Word details
Syllables
2
air · heads
Letters
8
a · i · r · h · e · a · d · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “airheads”
The word “airheads” contains 2 syllables, divided as air · heads. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airheads" have?
"airheads" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "airheads" into syllables?
"airheads" is divided into syllables as: air · heads.
What is the Scrabble score for "airheads"?
The Scrabble score for "airheads" is 12 points.
Using “airheads” in writing
Two-syllable words like "airheads" (air · heads) 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, “airheads” is worth 12 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.