How many syllables in “hereby”?
syllables in "hereby"
Word details
Syllables
3
he · re · by
Letters
6
h · e · r · e · b · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “hereby”
The word “hereby” contains 3 syllables, divided as he · re · by. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hereby" have?
"hereby" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hereby" into syllables?
"hereby" is divided into syllables as: he · re · by.
What is the Scrabble score for "hereby"?
The Scrabble score for "hereby" is 14 points.
Using “hereby” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hereby" (he · re · by) 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, “hereby” 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.