How many syllables in “headachiest”?
syllables in "headachiest"
Word details
Syllables
3
hea · dac · hiest
Letters
11
h · e · a · d · a · c · h · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “headachiest”
The word “headachiest” contains 3 syllables, divided as hea · dac · hiest. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "headachiest" have?
"headachiest" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "headachiest" into syllables?
"headachiest" is divided into syllables as: hea · dac · hiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "headachiest"?
The Scrabble score for "headachiest" is 20 points.
Using “headachiest” in writing
Three-syllable words like "headachiest" (hea · dac · hiest) 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, “headachiest” 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.