How many syllables in “hem”?
1
syllable in "hem"
hem
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Word details
Syllables
1
hem
Letters
3
h · e · m
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
h4
e1
m3
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About the word “hem”
The word “hem” contains 1 syllable, divided as hem. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hem" have?
"hem" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hem" into syllables?
"hem" is divided into syllables as: hem.
What is the Scrabble score for "hem"?
The Scrabble score for "hem" is 8 points.
Using “hem” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hem" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hem” 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.