How many syllables in “loggerheads”?
syllables in "loggerheads"
Word details
Syllables
3
log · ger · heads
Letters
11
l · o · g · g · e · r · h · e · a · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “loggerheads”
The word “loggerheads” contains 3 syllables, divided as log · ger · heads. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "loggerheads" have?
"loggerheads" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "loggerheads" into syllables?
"loggerheads" is divided into syllables as: log · ger · heads.
What is the Scrabble score for "loggerheads"?
The Scrabble score for "loggerheads" is 17 points.
Using “loggerheads” in writing
Three-syllable words like "loggerheads" (log · ger · heads) 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, “loggerheads” 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.