How many syllables in “hairdo”?
syllables in "hairdo"
Word details
Syllables
2
hair · do
Letters
6
h · a · i · r · d · o
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “hairdo”
The word “hairdo” contains 2 syllables, divided as hair · do. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hairdo" have?
"hairdo" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hairdo" into syllables?
"hairdo" is divided into syllables as: hair · do.
What is the Scrabble score for "hairdo"?
The Scrabble score for "hairdo" is 10 points.
Using “hairdo” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hairdo" (hair · do) 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, “hairdo” is worth 10 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.