How many syllables in “hitter”?
syllables in "hitter"
Word details
Syllables
2
hit · ter
Letters
6
h · i · t · t · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “hitter”
The word “hitter” contains 2 syllables, divided as hit · ter. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hitter" have?
"hitter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hitter" into syllables?
"hitter" is divided into syllables as: hit · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "hitter"?
The Scrabble score for "hitter" is 9 points.
Using “hitter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hitter" (hit · ter) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hitter” is worth 9 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 “hitter”
The letters in “hitter” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tither.