How many syllables in “hoard”?
1
syllable in "hoard"
hoard
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Word details
Syllables
1
hoard
Letters
5
h · o · a · r · d
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
h4
o1
a1
r1
d2
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About the word “hoard”
The word “hoard” contains 1 syllable, divided as hoard. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hoard" have?
"hoard" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hoard" into syllables?
"hoard" is divided into syllables as: hoard.
What is the Scrabble score for "hoard"?
The Scrabble score for "hoard" is 9 points.
Using “hoard” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hoard" 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, “hoard” 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.