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