How many syllables in “highroads”?
syllables in "highroads"
Word details
Syllables
2
hig · hroads
Letters
9
h · i · g · h · r · o · a · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “highroads”
The word “highroads” contains 2 syllables, divided as hig · hroads. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "highroads" have?
"highroads" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "highroads" into syllables?
"highroads" is divided into syllables as: hig · hroads.
What is the Scrabble score for "highroads"?
The Scrabble score for "highroads" is 17 points.
Using “highroads” in writing
Two-syllable words like "highroads" (hig · hroads) 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, “highroads” 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.