How many syllables in “hapless”?
syllables in "hapless"
Word details
Syllables
2
ha · pless
Letters
7
h · a · p · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “hapless”
The word “hapless” contains 2 syllables, divided as ha · pless. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hapless" have?
"hapless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hapless" into syllables?
"hapless" is divided into syllables as: ha · pless.
What is the Scrabble score for "hapless"?
The Scrabble score for "hapless" is 12 points.
Using “hapless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hapless" (ha · pless) 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, “hapless” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “hapless”
The letters in “hapless” can be rearranged to spell one other word: plashes.