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How many syllables in “hoarsening”?

3

syllables in "hoarsening"

hoarsening
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Word details

Syllables

3

hoar · se · ning

Letters

10

h · o · a · r · s · e · n · i · n · g

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
o1
a1
r1
s1
e1
n1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “hoarsening

The word hoarsening contains 3 syllables, divided as hoar · se · ning. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hoarsening" have?

"hoarsening" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "hoarsening" into syllables?

"hoarsening" is divided into syllables as: hoar · se · ning.

What is the Scrabble score for "hoarsening"?

The Scrabble score for "hoarsening" is 14 points.

Using “hoarsening” in writing

Three-syllable words like "hoarsening" (hoar · se · ning) 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, hoarsening is worth 14 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.

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