How many syllables in “handmaiden”?
syllables in "handmaiden"
Word details
Syllables
3
han · dmai · den
Letters
10
h · a · n · d · m · a · i · d · e · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “handmaiden”
The word “handmaiden” contains 3 syllables, divided as han · dmai · den. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "handmaiden" have?
"handmaiden" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "handmaiden" into syllables?
"handmaiden" is divided into syllables as: han · dmai · den.
What is the Scrabble score for "handmaiden"?
The Scrabble score for "handmaiden" is 17 points.
Using “handmaiden” in writing
Three-syllable words like "handmaiden" (han · dmai · den) 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, “handmaiden” 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.