How many syllables in “blockheads”?
syllables in "blockheads"
Word details
Syllables
2
bloc · kheads
Letters
10
b · l · o · c · k · h · e · a · d · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “blockheads”
The word “blockheads” contains 2 syllables, divided as bloc · kheads. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blockheads" have?
"blockheads" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blockheads" into syllables?
"blockheads" is divided into syllables as: bloc · kheads.
What is the Scrabble score for "blockheads"?
The Scrabble score for "blockheads" is 22 points.
Using “blockheads” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blockheads" (bloc · kheads) 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, “blockheads” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.