How many syllables in “headphones”?
syllables in "headphones"
Word details
Syllables
3
head · pho · nes
Letters
10
h · e · a · d · p · h · o · n · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “headphones”
The word “headphones” contains 3 syllables, divided as head · pho · nes. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "headphones" have?
"headphones" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "headphones" into syllables?
"headphones" is divided into syllables as: head · pho · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "headphones"?
The Scrabble score for "headphones" is 19 points.
Using “headphones” in writing
Three-syllable words like "headphones" (head · pho · nes) 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, “headphones” 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.