How many syllables in “hila”?
syllables in "hila"
Word details
Syllables
2
hi · la
Letters
4
h · i · l · a
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “hila”
The word “hila” contains 2 syllables, divided as hi · la. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hila" have?
"hila" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hila" into syllables?
"hila" is divided into syllables as: hi · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "hila"?
The Scrabble score for "hila" is 7 points.
Using “hila” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hila" (hi · la) 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, “hila” is worth 7 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.
Anagrams of “hila”
The letters in “hila” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hail.