How many syllables in “highballs”?
syllables in "highballs"
Word details
Syllables
2
hig · hballs
Letters
9
h · i · g · h · b · a · l · l · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “highballs”
The word “highballs” contains 2 syllables, divided as hig · hballs. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "highballs" have?
"highballs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "highballs" into syllables?
"highballs" is divided into syllables as: hig · hballs.
What is the Scrabble score for "highballs"?
The Scrabble score for "highballs" is 18 points.
Using “highballs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "highballs" (hig · hballs) 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, “highballs” 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.