How many syllables in “highflyers”?
syllables in "highflyers"
Word details
Syllables
2
high · flyers
Letters
10
h · i · g · h · f · l · y · e · r · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “highflyers”
The word “highflyers” contains 2 syllables, divided as high · flyers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "highflyers" have?
"highflyers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "highflyers" into syllables?
"highflyers" is divided into syllables as: high · flyers.
What is the Scrabble score for "highflyers"?
The Scrabble score for "highflyers" is 23 points.
Using “highflyers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "highflyers" (high · flyers) 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, “highflyers” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.