How many syllables in “haircuts”?
syllables in "haircuts"
Word details
Syllables
2
hair · cuts
Letters
8
h · a · i · r · c · u · t · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “haircuts”
The word “haircuts” contains 2 syllables, divided as hair · cuts. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "haircuts" have?
"haircuts" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "haircuts" into syllables?
"haircuts" is divided into syllables as: hair · cuts.
What is the Scrabble score for "haircuts"?
The Scrabble score for "haircuts" is 13 points.
Using “haircuts” in writing
Two-syllable words like "haircuts" (hair · cuts) 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, “haircuts” is worth 13 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.