How many syllables in “haberdashery”?
syllables in "haberdashery"
Word details
Syllables
5
ha · ber · das · he · ry
Letters
12
h · a · b · e · r · d · a · s · h · e · r · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “haberdashery”
The word “haberdashery” contains 5 syllables, divided as ha · ber · das · he · ry. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "haberdashery" have?
"haberdashery" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "haberdashery" into syllables?
"haberdashery" is divided into syllables as: ha · ber · das · he · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "haberdashery"?
The Scrabble score for "haberdashery" is 24 points.
Using “haberdashery” in writing
"haberdashery" (ha · ber · das · he · ry) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “haberdashery” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.