How many syllables in “hater”?
syllables in "hater"
Word details
Syllables
2
ha · ter
Letters
5
h · a · t · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “hater”
The word “hater” contains 2 syllables, divided as ha · ter. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hater" have?
"hater" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hater" into syllables?
"hater" is divided into syllables as: ha · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "hater"?
The Scrabble score for "hater" is 8 points.
Using “hater” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hater" (ha · ter) 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, “hater” is worth 8 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 “hater”
The letters in “hater” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: earth, heart, rathe.