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How many syllables in “hilling”?

2

syllables in "hilling"

hilling
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Word details

Syllables

2

hil · ling

Letters

7

h · i · l · l · i · n · g

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
i1
l1
l1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “hilling

The word hilling contains 2 syllables, divided as hil · ling. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hilling" have?

"hilling" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "hilling" into syllables?

"hilling" is divided into syllables as: hil · ling.

What is the Scrabble score for "hilling"?

The Scrabble score for "hilling" is 11 points.

Using “hilling” in writing

Two-syllable words like "hilling" (hil · ling) 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, hilling 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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