How many syllables in “hairdressers”?
syllables in "hairdressers"
Word details
Syllables
3
hair · dres · sers
Letters
12
h · a · i · r · d · r · e · s · s · e · r · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “hairdressers”
The word “hairdressers” contains 3 syllables, divided as hair · dres · sers. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hairdressers" have?
"hairdressers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hairdressers" into syllables?
"hairdressers" is divided into syllables as: hair · dres · sers.
What is the Scrabble score for "hairdressers"?
The Scrabble score for "hairdressers" is 16 points.
Using “hairdressers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hairdressers" (hair · dres · sers) 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, “hairdressers” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.