How many syllables in “fountainhead”?
syllables in "fountainhead"
Word details
Syllables
3
foun · tain · head
Letters
12
f · o · u · n · t · a · i · n · h · e · a · d
Scrabble
19
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About the word “fountainhead”
The word “fountainhead” contains 3 syllables, divided as foun · tain · head. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fountainhead" have?
"fountainhead" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fountainhead" into syllables?
"fountainhead" is divided into syllables as: foun · tain · head.
What is the Scrabble score for "fountainhead"?
The Scrabble score for "fountainhead" is 19 points.
Using “fountainhead” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fountainhead" (foun · tain · head) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “fountainhead” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.