How many syllables in “hibernating”?
syllables in "hibernating"
Word details
Syllables
4
hi · ber · na · ting
Letters
11
h · i · b · e · r · n · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “hibernating”
The word “hibernating” contains 4 syllables, divided as hi · ber · na · ting. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hibernating" have?
"hibernating" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "hibernating" into syllables?
"hibernating" is divided into syllables as: hi · ber · na · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "hibernating"?
The Scrabble score for "hibernating" is 17 points.
Using “hibernating” in writing
Four-syllable words like "hibernating" (hi · ber · na · ting) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hibernating” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “hibernating”
The letters in “hibernating” can be rearranged to spell one other word: inbreathing.