How many syllables in “hider”?
syllables in "hider"
Word details
Syllables
2
hi · der
Letters
5
h · i · d · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “hider”
The word “hider” contains 2 syllables, divided as hi · der. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hider" have?
"hider" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hider" into syllables?
"hider" is divided into syllables as: hi · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "hider"?
The Scrabble score for "hider" is 9 points.
Using “hider” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hider" (hi · der) 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, “hider” is worth 9 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 “hider”
The letters in “hider” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hired.