How many syllables in “hidalgo”?
syllables in "hidalgo"
Word details
Syllables
3
hi · dal · go
Letters
7
h · i · d · a · l · g · o
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “hidalgo”
The word “hidalgo” contains 3 syllables, divided as hi · dal · go. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hidalgo" have?
"hidalgo" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hidalgo" into syllables?
"hidalgo" is divided into syllables as: hi · dal · go.
What is the Scrabble score for "hidalgo"?
The Scrabble score for "hidalgo" is 12 points.
Using “hidalgo” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hidalgo" (hi · dal · go) 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, “hidalgo” is worth 12 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.