How many syllables in “headhunting”?
syllables in "headhunting"
Word details
Syllables
3
head · hun · ting
Letters
11
h · e · a · d · h · u · n · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “headhunting”
The word “headhunting” contains 3 syllables, divided as head · hun · ting. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "headhunting" have?
"headhunting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "headhunting" into syllables?
"headhunting" is divided into syllables as: head · hun · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "headhunting"?
The Scrabble score for "headhunting" is 19 points.
Using “headhunting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "headhunting" (head · hun · ting) 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, “headhunting” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.