How many syllables in “haircuttings”?
syllables in "haircuttings"
Word details
Syllables
3
hair · cut · tings
Letters
12
h · a · i · r · c · u · t · t · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “haircuttings”
The word “haircuttings” contains 3 syllables, divided as hair · cut · tings. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "haircuttings" have?
"haircuttings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "haircuttings" into syllables?
"haircuttings" is divided into syllables as: hair · cut · tings.
What is the Scrabble score for "haircuttings"?
The Scrabble score for "haircuttings" is 18 points.
Using “haircuttings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "haircuttings" (hair · cut · tings) 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, “haircuttings” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.