How many syllables in “hives”?
syllables in "hives"
Word details
Syllables
2
hi · ves
Letters
5
h · i · v · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “hives”
The word “hives” contains 2 syllables, divided as hi · ves. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hives" have?
"hives" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hives" into syllables?
"hives" is divided into syllables as: hi · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "hives"?
The Scrabble score for "hives" is 11 points.
Using “hives” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hives" (hi · ves) 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, “hives” is worth 11 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 “hives”
The letters in “hives” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shive.