How many syllables in “farmhands”?
syllables in "farmhands"
Word details
Syllables
2
far · mhands
Letters
9
f · a · r · m · h · a · n · d · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “farmhands”
The word “farmhands” contains 2 syllables, divided as far · mhands. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "farmhands" have?
"farmhands" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "farmhands" into syllables?
"farmhands" is divided into syllables as: far · mhands.
What is the Scrabble score for "farmhands"?
The Scrabble score for "farmhands" is 18 points.
Using “farmhands” in writing
Two-syllable words like "farmhands" (far · mhands) 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, “farmhands” 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.