How many syllables in “headquarters”?
syllables in "headquarters"
Word details
Syllables
3
head · quar · ters
Letters
12
h · e · a · d · q · u · a · r · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “headquarters”
The word “headquarters” contains 3 syllables, divided as head · quar · ters. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "headquarters" have?
"headquarters" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "headquarters" into syllables?
"headquarters" is divided into syllables as: head · quar · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "headquarters"?
The Scrabble score for "headquarters" is 25 points.
Using “headquarters” in writing
Three-syllable words like "headquarters" (head · quar · ters) 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, “headquarters” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.