How many syllables in “hitchhikers”?
syllables in "hitchhikers"
Word details
Syllables
3
hit · chhi · kers
Letters
11
h · i · t · c · h · h · i · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “hitchhikers”
The word “hitchhikers” contains 3 syllables, divided as hit · chhi · kers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hitchhikers" have?
"hitchhikers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hitchhikers" into syllables?
"hitchhikers" is divided into syllables as: hit · chhi · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "hitchhikers"?
The Scrabble score for "hitchhikers" is 26 points.
Using “hitchhikers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hitchhikers" (hit · chhi · kers) 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, “hitchhikers” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.