How many syllables in “hackles”?
syllables in "hackles"
Word details
Syllables
2
hac · kles
Letters
7
h · a · c · k · l · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “hackles”
The word “hackles” contains 2 syllables, divided as hac · kles. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hackles" have?
"hackles" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hackles" into syllables?
"hackles" is divided into syllables as: hac · kles.
What is the Scrabble score for "hackles"?
The Scrabble score for "hackles" is 16 points.
Using “hackles” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hackles" (hac · kles) 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, “hackles” is worth 16 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 “hackles”
The letters in “hackles” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shackle.