How many syllables in “healthful”?
syllables in "healthful"
Word details
Syllables
2
heal · thful
Letters
9
h · e · a · l · t · h · f · u · l
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “healthful”
The word “healthful” contains 2 syllables, divided as heal · thful. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "healthful" have?
"healthful" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "healthful" into syllables?
"healthful" is divided into syllables as: heal · thful.
What is the Scrabble score for "healthful"?
The Scrabble score for "healthful" is 18 points.
Using “healthful” in writing
Two-syllable words like "healthful" (heal · thful) 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, “healthful” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.