How many syllables in “hatchery”?
syllables in "hatchery"
Word details
Syllables
3
hat · che · ry
Letters
8
h · a · t · c · h · e · r · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “hatchery”
The word “hatchery” contains 3 syllables, divided as hat · che · ry. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hatchery" have?
"hatchery" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hatchery" into syllables?
"hatchery" is divided into syllables as: hat · che · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "hatchery"?
The Scrabble score for "hatchery" is 19 points.
Using “hatchery” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hatchery" (hat · che · ry) 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, “hatchery” is worth 19 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 “hatchery”
The letters in “hatchery” can be rearranged to spell one other word: thearchy.