How many syllables in “hail”?
syllable in "hail"
Word details
Syllables
1
hail
Letters
4
h · a · i · l
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hail”
The word “hail” contains 1 syllable, divided as hail. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hail" have?
"hail" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hail" into syllables?
"hail" is divided into syllables as: hail.
What is the Scrabble score for "hail"?
The Scrabble score for "hail" is 7 points.
Using “hail” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hail" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hail” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “hail”
The letters in “hail” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hila.