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How many syllables in “hairband”?

2

syllables in "hairband"

hairband
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Word details

Syllables

2

hair · band

Letters

8

h · a · i · r · b · a · n · d

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
a1
i1
r1
b3
a1
n1
d2

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About the word “hairband

The word hairband contains 2 syllables, divided as hair · band. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hairband" have?

"hairband" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "hairband" into syllables?

"hairband" is divided into syllables as: hair · band.

What is the Scrabble score for "hairband"?

The Scrabble score for "hairband" is 14 points.

Using “hairband” in writing

Two-syllable words like "hairband" (hair · band) 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, hairband 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.

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