How many syllables in “hipsterism”?
syllables in "hipsterism"
Word details
Syllables
3
hip · ste · rism
Letters
10
h · i · p · s · t · e · r · i · s · m
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “hipsterism”
The word “hipsterism” contains 3 syllables, divided as hip · ste · rism. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hipsterism" have?
"hipsterism" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hipsterism" into syllables?
"hipsterism" is divided into syllables as: hip · ste · rism.
What is the Scrabble score for "hipsterism"?
The Scrabble score for "hipsterism" is 17 points.
Using “hipsterism” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hipsterism" (hip · ste · rism) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hipsterism” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “hipsterism”
The letters in “hipsterism” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shrimpiest.