How many syllables in “longhands”?
syllables in "longhands"
Word details
Syllables
2
lon · ghands
Letters
9
l · o · n · g · h · a · n · d · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “longhands”
The word “longhands” contains 2 syllables, divided as lon · ghands. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "longhands" have?
"longhands" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "longhands" into syllables?
"longhands" is divided into syllables as: lon · ghands.
What is the Scrabble score for "longhands"?
The Scrabble score for "longhands" is 14 points.
Using “longhands” in writing
Two-syllable words like "longhands" (lon · ghands) 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, “longhands” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.