How many syllables in “loggerhead”?
syllables in "loggerhead"
Word details
Syllables
3
log · ger · head
Letters
10
l · o · g · g · e · r · h · e · a · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “loggerhead”
The word “loggerhead” contains 3 syllables, divided as log · ger · head. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "loggerhead" have?
"loggerhead" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "loggerhead" into syllables?
"loggerhead" is divided into syllables as: log · ger · head.
What is the Scrabble score for "loggerhead"?
The Scrabble score for "loggerhead" is 16 points.
Using “loggerhead” in writing
Three-syllable words like "loggerhead" (log · ger · head) 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, “loggerhead” 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.