How many syllables in “timberhead”?
syllables in "timberhead"
Word details
Syllables
3
tim · ber · head
Letters
10
t · i · m · b · e · r · h · e · a · d
Scrabble
18
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About the word “timberhead”
The word “timberhead” contains 3 syllables, divided as tim · ber · head. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "timberhead" have?
"timberhead" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "timberhead" into syllables?
"timberhead" is divided into syllables as: tim · ber · head.
What is the Scrabble score for "timberhead"?
The Scrabble score for "timberhead" is 18 points.
Using “timberhead” in writing
Three-syllable words like "timberhead" (tim · ber · 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, “timberhead” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.