How many syllables in “harpoons”?
syllables in "harpoons"
Word details
Syllables
2
har · poons
Letters
8
h · a · r · p · o · o · n · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “harpoons”
The word “harpoons” contains 2 syllables, divided as har · poons. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "harpoons" have?
"harpoons" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "harpoons" into syllables?
"harpoons" is divided into syllables as: har · poons.
What is the Scrabble score for "harpoons"?
The Scrabble score for "harpoons" is 13 points.
Using “harpoons” in writing
Two-syllable words like "harpoons" (har · poons) 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, “harpoons” 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.