How many syllables in “pakeha”?
syllables in "pakeha"
Word details
Syllables
3
pa · ke · ha
Letters
6
p · a · k · e · h · a
Scrabble
15
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “pakeha”
The word “pakeha” contains 3 syllables, divided as pa · ke · ha. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pakeha" have?
"pakeha" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pakeha" into syllables?
"pakeha" is divided into syllables as: pa · ke · ha.
What is the Scrabble score for "pakeha"?
The Scrabble score for "pakeha" is 15 points.
Using “pakeha” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pakeha" (pa · ke · ha) 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, “pakeha” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.