How many syllables in “headquarter”?
syllables in "headquarter"
Word details
Syllables
3
head · quar · ter
Letters
11
h · e · a · d · q · u · a · r · t · e · r
Scrabble
24
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About the word “headquarter”
The word “headquarter” contains 3 syllables, divided as head · quar · ter. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "headquarter" have?
"headquarter" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "headquarter" into syllables?
"headquarter" is divided into syllables as: head · quar · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "headquarter"?
The Scrabble score for "headquarter" is 24 points.
Using “headquarter” in writing
Three-syllable words like "headquarter" (head · quar · ter) 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, “headquarter” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.