How many syllables in “hawksbills”?
syllables in "hawksbills"
Word details
Syllables
2
haw · ksbills
Letters
10
h · a · w · k · s · b · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “hawksbills”
The word “hawksbills” contains 2 syllables, divided as haw · ksbills. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hawksbills" have?
"hawksbills" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hawksbills" into syllables?
"hawksbills" is divided into syllables as: haw · ksbills.
What is the Scrabble score for "hawksbills"?
The Scrabble score for "hawksbills" is 22 points.
Using “hawksbills” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hawksbills" (haw · ksbills) 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, “hawksbills” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.