How many syllables in “hebdomads”?
syllables in "hebdomads"
Word details
Syllables
3
heb · do · mads
Letters
9
h · e · b · d · o · m · a · d · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “hebdomads”
The word “hebdomads” contains 3 syllables, divided as heb · do · mads. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hebdomads" have?
"hebdomads" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hebdomads" into syllables?
"hebdomads" is divided into syllables as: heb · do · mads.
What is the Scrabble score for "hebdomads"?
The Scrabble score for "hebdomads" is 18 points.
Using “hebdomads” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hebdomads" (heb · do · mads) 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, “hebdomads” 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.