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How many syllables in “halberd”?

2

syllables in "halberd"

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Word details

Syllables

2

hal · berd

Letters

7

h · a · l · b · e · r · d

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
a1
l1
b3
e1
r1
d2

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About the word “halberd

The word halberd contains 2 syllables, divided as hal · berd. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "halberd" have?

"halberd" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "halberd" into syllables?

"halberd" is divided into syllables as: hal · berd.

What is the Scrabble score for "halberd"?

The Scrabble score for "halberd" is 13 points.

Using “halberd” in writing

Two-syllable words like "halberd" (hal · berd) 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, halberd is worth 13 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.

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