How many syllables in “headwater”?
syllables in "headwater"
Word details
Syllables
3
head · wa · ter
Letters
9
h · e · a · d · w · a · t · e · r
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “headwater”
The word “headwater” contains 3 syllables, divided as head · wa · ter. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "headwater" have?
"headwater" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "headwater" into syllables?
"headwater" is divided into syllables as: head · wa · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "headwater"?
The Scrabble score for "headwater" is 16 points.
Using “headwater” in writing
Three-syllable words like "headwater" (head · wa · 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, “headwater” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.