How many syllables in “hairsplittings”?
syllables in "hairsplittings"
Word details
Syllables
3
hair · split · tings
Letters
14
h · a · i · r · s · p · l · i · t · t · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “hairsplittings”
The word “hairsplittings” contains 3 syllables, divided as hair · split · tings. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hairsplittings" have?
"hairsplittings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hairsplittings" into syllables?
"hairsplittings" is divided into syllables as: hair · split · tings.
What is the Scrabble score for "hairsplittings"?
The Scrabble score for "hairsplittings" is 20 points.
Using “hairsplittings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hairsplittings" (hair · split · 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, “hairsplittings” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.