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