How many syllables in “hitchhiker”?
syllables in "hitchhiker"
Word details
Syllables
3
hit · chhi · ker
Letters
10
h · i · t · c · h · h · i · k · e · r
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “hitchhiker”
The word “hitchhiker” contains 3 syllables, divided as hit · chhi · ker. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hitchhiker" have?
"hitchhiker" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hitchhiker" into syllables?
"hitchhiker" is divided into syllables as: hit · chhi · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "hitchhiker"?
The Scrabble score for "hitchhiker" is 25 points.
Using “hitchhiker” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hitchhiker" (hit · chhi · ker) 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, “hitchhiker” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.