How many syllables in “hint”?
syllable in "hint"
Word details
Syllables
1
hint
Letters
4
h · i · n · t
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hint”
The word “hint” contains 1 syllable, divided as hint. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hint" have?
"hint" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hint" into syllables?
"hint" is divided into syllables as: hint.
What is the Scrabble score for "hint"?
The Scrabble score for "hint" is 7 points.
Using “hint” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hint" 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, “hint” 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 “hint”
The letters in “hint” can be rearranged to spell one other word: thin.