How many syllables in “handicrafts”?
syllables in "handicrafts"
Word details
Syllables
3
han · di · crafts
Letters
11
h · a · n · d · i · c · r · a · f · t · s
Scrabble
20
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “handicrafts”
The word “handicrafts” contains 3 syllables, divided as han · di · crafts. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "handicrafts" have?
"handicrafts" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "handicrafts" into syllables?
"handicrafts" is divided into syllables as: han · di · crafts.
What is the Scrabble score for "handicrafts"?
The Scrabble score for "handicrafts" is 20 points.
Using “handicrafts” in writing
Three-syllable words like "handicrafts" (han · di · crafts) 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, “handicrafts” 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.