How many syllables in “hawkies”?
syllables in "hawkies"
Word details
Syllables
2
haw · kies
Letters
7
h · a · w · k · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “hawkies”
The word “hawkies” contains 2 syllables, divided as haw · kies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hawkies" have?
"hawkies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hawkies" into syllables?
"hawkies" is divided into syllables as: haw · kies.
What is the Scrabble score for "hawkies"?
The Scrabble score for "hawkies" is 17 points.
Using “hawkies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hawkies" (haw · kies) 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, “hawkies” is worth 17 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 “hawkies”
The letters in “hawkies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: weakish.