How many syllables in “highwaymen”?
syllables in "highwaymen"
Word details
Syllables
3
hig · hway · men
Letters
10
h · i · g · h · w · a · y · m · e · n
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “highwaymen”
The word “highwaymen” contains 3 syllables, divided as hig · hway · men. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "highwaymen" have?
"highwaymen" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "highwaymen" into syllables?
"highwaymen" is divided into syllables as: hig · hway · men.
What is the Scrabble score for "highwaymen"?
The Scrabble score for "highwaymen" is 25 points.
Using “highwaymen” in writing
Three-syllable words like "highwaymen" (hig · hway · men) 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, “highwaymen” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.