How many syllables in “jihad”?
syllables in "jihad"
Word details
Syllables
2
ji · had
Letters
5
j · i · h · a · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “jihad”
The word “jihad” contains 2 syllables, divided as ji · had. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jihad" have?
"jihad" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "jihad" into syllables?
"jihad" is divided into syllables as: ji · had.
What is the Scrabble score for "jihad"?
The Scrabble score for "jihad" is 16 points.
Using “jihad” in writing
Two-syllable words like "jihad" (ji · had) 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, “jihad” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “jihad”
The letters in “jihad” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hadji.