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How many syllables in “hidden”?

2

syllables in "hidden"

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Word details

Syllables

2

hid · den

Letters

6

h · i · d · d · e · n

Scrabble

11

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

h4
i1
d2
d2
e1
n1

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About the word “hidden

The word hidden contains 2 syllables, divided as hid · den. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hidden" have?

"hidden" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "hidden" into syllables?

"hidden" is divided into syllables as: hid · den.

What is the Scrabble score for "hidden"?

The Scrabble score for "hidden" is 11 points.

Using “hidden” in writing

Two-syllable words like "hidden" (hid · den) 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, hidden 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.

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