How many syllables in “hankered”?
syllables in "hankered"
Word details
Syllables
2
hank · ered
Letters
8
h · a · n · k · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “hankered”
The word “hankered” contains 2 syllables, divided as hank · ered. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hankered" have?
"hankered" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hankered" into syllables?
"hankered" is divided into syllables as: hank · ered.
What is the Scrabble score for "hankered"?
The Scrabble score for "hankered" is 16 points.
Using “hankered” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hankered" (hank · ered) 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, “hankered” 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 “hankered”
The letters in “hankered” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dakerhen, harkened.