How many syllables in “headmistress”?
syllables in "headmistress"
Word details
Syllables
3
head · mi · stress
Letters
12
h · e · a · d · m · i · s · t · r · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “headmistress”
The word “headmistress” contains 3 syllables, divided as head · mi · stress. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "headmistress" have?
"headmistress" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "headmistress" into syllables?
"headmistress" is divided into syllables as: head · mi · stress.
What is the Scrabble score for "headmistress"?
The Scrabble score for "headmistress" is 18 points.
Using “headmistress” in writing
Three-syllable words like "headmistress" (head · mi · stress) 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, “headmistress” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.