How many syllables in “offhand”?
syllables in "offhand"
Word details
Syllables
2
of · fhand
Letters
7
o · f · f · h · a · n · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “offhand”
The word “offhand” contains 2 syllables, divided as of · fhand. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "offhand" have?
"offhand" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "offhand" into syllables?
"offhand" is divided into syllables as: of · fhand.
What is the Scrabble score for "offhand"?
The Scrabble score for "offhand" is 17 points.
Using “offhand” in writing
Two-syllable words like "offhand" (of · fhand) 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, “offhand” 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.
Anagrams of “offhand”
The letters in “offhand” can be rearranged to spell one other word: handoff.