How many syllables in “jihads”?
syllables in "jihads"
Word details
Syllables
2
ji · hads
Letters
6
j · i · h · a · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “jihads”
The word “jihads” contains 2 syllables, divided as ji · hads. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jihads" have?
"jihads" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "jihads" into syllables?
"jihads" is divided into syllables as: ji · hads.
What is the Scrabble score for "jihads"?
The Scrabble score for "jihads" is 17 points.
Using “jihads” in writing
Two-syllable words like "jihads" (ji · hads) 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, “jihads” 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.
Anagrams of “jihads”
The letters in “jihads” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hadjis, jadish.