How many syllables in “hawksbill”?
syllables in "hawksbill"
Word details
Syllables
2
haw · ksbill
Letters
9
h · a · w · k · s · b · i · l · l
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “hawksbill”
The word “hawksbill” contains 2 syllables, divided as haw · ksbill. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hawksbill" have?
"hawksbill" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hawksbill" into syllables?
"hawksbill" is divided into syllables as: haw · ksbill.
What is the Scrabble score for "hawksbill"?
The Scrabble score for "hawksbill" is 21 points.
Using “hawksbill” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hawksbill" (haw · ksbill) 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, “hawksbill” is worth 21 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 “hawksbill”
The letters in “hawksbill” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hawkbills.