How many syllables in “handsbreadths”?
syllables in "handsbreadths"
Word details
Syllables
2
hands · breadths
Letters
13
h · a · n · d · s · b · r · e · a · d · t · h · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “handsbreadths”
The word “handsbreadths” contains 2 syllables, divided as hands · breadths. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "handsbreadths" have?
"handsbreadths" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "handsbreadths" into syllables?
"handsbreadths" is divided into syllables as: hands · breadths.
What is the Scrabble score for "handsbreadths"?
The Scrabble score for "handsbreadths" is 23 points.
Using “handsbreadths” in writing
Two-syllable words like "handsbreadths" (hands · breadths) 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, “handsbreadths” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.