How many syllables in “warheads”?
syllables in "warheads"
Word details
Syllables
2
war · heads
Letters
8
w · a · r · h · e · a · d · s
Scrabble
15
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “warheads”
The word “warheads” contains 2 syllables, divided as war · heads. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "warheads" have?
"warheads" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "warheads" into syllables?
"warheads" is divided into syllables as: war · heads.
What is the Scrabble score for "warheads"?
The Scrabble score for "warheads" is 15 points.
Using “warheads” in writing
Two-syllable words like "warheads" (war · heads) 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, “warheads” 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.