How many syllables in “highhanded”?
syllables in "highhanded"
Word details
Syllables
3
hig · hhan · ded
Letters
10
h · i · g · h · h · a · n · d · e · d
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “highhanded”
The word “highhanded” contains 3 syllables, divided as hig · hhan · ded. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "highhanded" have?
"highhanded" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "highhanded" into syllables?
"highhanded" is divided into syllables as: hig · hhan · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "highhanded"?
The Scrabble score for "highhanded" is 22 points.
Using “highhanded” in writing
Three-syllable words like "highhanded" (hig · hhan · ded) 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, “highhanded” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.