How many syllables in “headwaters”?
syllables in "headwaters"
Word details
Syllables
3
head · wa · ters
Letters
10
h · e · a · d · w · a · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “headwaters”
The word “headwaters” contains 3 syllables, divided as head · wa · ters. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "headwaters" have?
"headwaters" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "headwaters" into syllables?
"headwaters" is divided into syllables as: head · wa · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "headwaters"?
The Scrabble score for "headwaters" is 17 points.
Using “headwaters” in writing
Three-syllable words like "headwaters" (head · wa · 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, “headwaters” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.