How many syllables in “headlocks”?
syllables in "headlocks"
Word details
Syllables
2
head · locks
Letters
9
h · e · a · d · l · o · c · k · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “headlocks”
The word “headlocks” contains 2 syllables, divided as head · locks. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "headlocks" have?
"headlocks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "headlocks" into syllables?
"headlocks" is divided into syllables as: head · locks.
What is the Scrabble score for "headlocks"?
The Scrabble score for "headlocks" is 19 points.
Using “headlocks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "headlocks" (head · locks) 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, “headlocks” 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.