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How many syllables in “hindbrain”?

2

syllables in "hindbrain"

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Word details

Syllables

2

hind · brain

Letters

9

h · i · n · d · b · r · a · i · n

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
i1
n1
d2
b3
r1
a1
i1
n1

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About the word “hindbrain

The word hindbrain contains 2 syllables, divided as hind · brain. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hindbrain" have?

"hindbrain" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "hindbrain" into syllables?

"hindbrain" is divided into syllables as: hind · brain.

What is the Scrabble score for "hindbrain"?

The Scrabble score for "hindbrain" is 15 points.

Using “hindbrain” in writing

Two-syllable words like "hindbrain" (hind · brain) 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, hindbrain is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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