How many syllables in “hie”?
1
syllable in "hie"
hie
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Word details
Syllables
1
hie
Letters
3
h · i · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
h4
i1
e1
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About the word “hie”
The word “hie” contains 1 syllable, divided as hie. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hie" have?
"hie" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hie" into syllables?
"hie" is divided into syllables as: hie.
What is the Scrabble score for "hie"?
The Scrabble score for "hie" is 6 points.
Using “hie” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hie" 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, “hie” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.