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