How many syllables in “hilloes”?
syllables in "hilloes"
Word details
Syllables
2
hil · loes
Letters
7
h · i · l · l · o · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “hilloes”
The word “hilloes” contains 2 syllables, divided as hil · loes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hilloes" have?
"hilloes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hilloes" into syllables?
"hilloes" is divided into syllables as: hil · loes.
What is the Scrabble score for "hilloes"?
The Scrabble score for "hilloes" is 10 points.
Using “hilloes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hilloes" (hil · loes) 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, “hilloes” is worth 10 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 “hilloes”
The letters in “hilloes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hollies.