How many syllables in “farmhand”?
syllables in "farmhand"
Word details
Syllables
2
far · mhand
Letters
8
f · a · r · m · h · a · n · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “farmhand”
The word “farmhand” contains 2 syllables, divided as far · mhand. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "farmhand" have?
"farmhand" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "farmhand" into syllables?
"farmhand" is divided into syllables as: far · mhand.
What is the Scrabble score for "farmhand"?
The Scrabble score for "farmhand" is 17 points.
Using “farmhand” in writing
Two-syllable words like "farmhand" (far · mhand) 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, “farmhand” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.