How many syllables in “hangover”?
syllables in "hangover"
Word details
Syllables
3
han · go · ver
Letters
8
h · a · n · g · o · v · e · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “hangover”
The word “hangover” contains 3 syllables, divided as han · go · ver. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hangover" have?
"hangover" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hangover" into syllables?
"hangover" is divided into syllables as: han · go · ver.
What is the Scrabble score for "hangover"?
The Scrabble score for "hangover" is 15 points.
Using “hangover” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hangover" (han · go · ver) 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, “hangover” 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.
Anagrams of “hangover”
The letters in “hangover” can be rearranged to spell one other word: overhang.