How many syllables in “hastens”?
syllables in "hastens"
Word details
Syllables
2
ha · stens
Letters
7
h · a · s · t · e · n · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “hastens”
The word “hastens” contains 2 syllables, divided as ha · stens. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hastens" have?
"hastens" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hastens" into syllables?
"hastens" is divided into syllables as: ha · stens.
What is the Scrabble score for "hastens"?
The Scrabble score for "hastens" is 10 points.
Using “hastens” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hastens" (ha · stens) 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, “hastens” is worth 10 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 “hastens”
The letters in “hastens” can be rearranged to spell one other word: snathes.