How many syllables in “hated”?
syllables in "hated"
Word details
Syllables
2
ha · ted
Letters
5
h · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “hated”
The word “hated” contains 2 syllables, divided as ha · ted. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hated" have?
"hated" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hated" into syllables?
"hated" is divided into syllables as: ha · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "hated"?
The Scrabble score for "hated" is 9 points.
Using “hated” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hated" (ha · ted) 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, “hated” is worth 9 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 “hated”
The letters in “hated” can be rearranged to spell one other word: death.