How many syllables in “hebetude”?
syllables in "hebetude"
Word details
Syllables
3
heb · etu · de
Letters
8
h · e · b · e · t · u · d · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “hebetude”
The word “hebetude” contains 3 syllables, divided as heb · etu · de. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hebetude" have?
"hebetude" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hebetude" into syllables?
"hebetude" is divided into syllables as: heb · etu · de.
What is the Scrabble score for "hebetude"?
The Scrabble score for "hebetude" is 14 points.
Using “hebetude” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hebetude" (heb · etu · de) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hebetude” is worth 14 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.