How many syllables in “hermit”?
syllables in "hermit"
Word details
Syllables
2
her · mit
Letters
6
h · e · r · m · i · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “hermit”
The word “hermit” contains 2 syllables, divided as her · mit. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hermit" have?
"hermit" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hermit" into syllables?
"hermit" is divided into syllables as: her · mit.
What is the Scrabble score for "hermit"?
The Scrabble score for "hermit" is 11 points.
Using “hermit” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hermit" (her · mit) 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, “hermit” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “hermit”
The letters in “hermit” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mither.