How many syllables in “handmaidens”?
syllables in "handmaidens"
Word details
Syllables
3
han · dmai · dens
Letters
11
h · a · n · d · m · a · i · d · e · n · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “handmaidens”
The word “handmaidens” contains 3 syllables, divided as han · dmai · dens. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "handmaidens" have?
"handmaidens" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "handmaidens" into syllables?
"handmaidens" is divided into syllables as: han · dmai · dens.
What is the Scrabble score for "handmaidens"?
The Scrabble score for "handmaidens" is 18 points.
Using “handmaidens” in writing
Three-syllable words like "handmaidens" (han · dmai · dens) 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, “handmaidens” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.