How many syllables in “hairballs”?
syllables in "hairballs"
Word details
Syllables
2
hair · balls
Letters
9
h · a · i · r · b · a · l · l · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “hairballs”
The word “hairballs” contains 2 syllables, divided as hair · balls. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hairballs" have?
"hairballs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hairballs" into syllables?
"hairballs" is divided into syllables as: hair · balls.
What is the Scrabble score for "hairballs"?
The Scrabble score for "hairballs" is 14 points.
Using “hairballs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hairballs" (hair · balls) 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, “hairballs” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.