How many syllables in “hip”?
syllable in "hip"
Word details
Syllables
1
hip
Letters
3
h · i · p
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hip”
The word “hip” contains 1 syllable, divided as hip. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hip" have?
"hip" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hip" into syllables?
"hip" is divided into syllables as: hip.
What is the Scrabble score for "hip"?
The Scrabble score for "hip" is 8 points.
Using “hip” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hip" 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, “hip” 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 “hip”
The letters in “hip” can be rearranged to spell one other word: phi.