How many syllables in “hairsbreadth”?
syllables in "hairsbreadth"
Word details
Syllables
2
hairs · breadth
Letters
12
h · a · i · r · s · b · r · e · a · d · t · h
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “hairsbreadth”
The word “hairsbreadth” contains 2 syllables, divided as hairs · breadth. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hairsbreadth" have?
"hairsbreadth" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hairsbreadth" into syllables?
"hairsbreadth" is divided into syllables as: hairs · breadth.
What is the Scrabble score for "hairsbreadth"?
The Scrabble score for "hairsbreadth" is 21 points.
Using “hairsbreadth” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hairsbreadth" (hairs · breadth) 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, “hairsbreadth” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “hairsbreadth”
The letters in “hairsbreadth” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hairbreadths.