How many syllables in “headhunts”?
syllables in "headhunts"
Word details
Syllables
2
head · hunts
Letters
9
h · e · a · d · h · u · n · t · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “headhunts”
The word “headhunts” contains 2 syllables, divided as head · hunts. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "headhunts" have?
"headhunts" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "headhunts" into syllables?
"headhunts" is divided into syllables as: head · hunts.
What is the Scrabble score for "headhunts"?
The Scrabble score for "headhunts" is 16 points.
Using “headhunts” in writing
Two-syllable words like "headhunts" (head · hunts) 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, “headhunts” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.