How many syllables in “fountainheads”?
syllables in "fountainheads"
Word details
Syllables
3
foun · tain · heads
Letters
13
f · o · u · n · t · a · i · n · h · e · a · d · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “fountainheads”
The word “fountainheads” contains 3 syllables, divided as foun · tain · heads. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fountainheads" have?
"fountainheads" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fountainheads" into syllables?
"fountainheads" is divided into syllables as: foun · tain · heads.
What is the Scrabble score for "fountainheads"?
The Scrabble score for "fountainheads" is 20 points.
Using “fountainheads” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fountainheads" (foun · tain · heads) 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, “fountainheads” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.