How many syllables in “hebdomad”?
syllables in "hebdomad"
Word details
Syllables
3
heb · do · mad
Letters
8
h · e · b · d · o · m · a · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “hebdomad”
The word “hebdomad” contains 3 syllables, divided as heb · do · mad. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hebdomad" have?
"hebdomad" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hebdomad" into syllables?
"hebdomad" is divided into syllables as: heb · do · mad.
What is the Scrabble score for "hebdomad"?
The Scrabble score for "hebdomad" is 17 points.
Using “hebdomad” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hebdomad" (heb · do · mad) 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, “hebdomad” 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.