How many syllables in “halakha”?
syllables in "halakha"
Word details
Syllables
3
ha · lak · ha
Letters
7
h · a · l · a · k · h · a
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “halakha”
The word “halakha” contains 3 syllables, divided as ha · lak · ha. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "halakha" have?
"halakha" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "halakha" into syllables?
"halakha" is divided into syllables as: ha · lak · ha.
What is the Scrabble score for "halakha"?
The Scrabble score for "halakha" is 17 points.
Using “halakha” in writing
Three-syllable words like "halakha" (ha · lak · ha) 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, “halakha” is worth 17 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 “halakha”
The letters in “halakha” can be rearranged to spell one other word: halakah.