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How many syllables in “headsails”?

2

syllables in "headsails"

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Word details

Syllables

2

head · sails

Letters

9

h · e · a · d · s · a · i · l · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
e1
a1
d2
s1
a1
i1
l1
s1

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About the word “headsails

The word headsails contains 2 syllables, divided as head · sails. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "headsails" have?

"headsails" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "headsails" into syllables?

"headsails" is divided into syllables as: head · sails.

What is the Scrabble score for "headsails"?

The Scrabble score for "headsails" is 13 points.

Using “headsails” in writing

Two-syllable words like "headsails" (head · sails) 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, headsails is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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