How many syllables in “hide”?
syllable in "hide"
Word details
Syllables
1
hide
Letters
4
h · i · d · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hide”
The word “hide” contains 1 syllable, divided as hide. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hide" have?
"hide" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hide" into syllables?
"hide" is divided into syllables as: hide.
What is the Scrabble score for "hide"?
The Scrabble score for "hide" is 8 points.
Using “hide” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hide" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hide” is worth 8 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 “hide”
The letters in “hide” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hied.