How many syllables in “hints”?
syllable in "hints"
Word details
Syllables
1
hints
Letters
5
h · i · n · t · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hints”
The word “hints” contains 1 syllable, divided as hints. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hints" have?
"hints" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hints" into syllables?
"hints" is divided into syllables as: hints.
What is the Scrabble score for "hints"?
The Scrabble score for "hints" is 8 points.
Using “hints” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hints" 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, “hints” is worth 8 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 “hints”
The letters in “hints” can be rearranged to spell one other word: thins.