How many syllables in “maidenhead”?
syllables in "maidenhead"
Word details
Syllables
3
mai · den · head
Letters
10
m · a · i · d · e · n · h · e · a · d
Scrabble
17
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About the word “maidenhead”
The word “maidenhead” contains 3 syllables, divided as mai · den · head. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maidenhead" have?
"maidenhead" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "maidenhead" into syllables?
"maidenhead" is divided into syllables as: mai · den · head.
What is the Scrabble score for "maidenhead"?
The Scrabble score for "maidenhead" is 17 points.
Using “maidenhead” in writing
Three-syllable words like "maidenhead" (mai · den · 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, “maidenhead” 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.