How many syllables in “hogmanay”?
syllables in "hogmanay"
Word details
Syllables
3
hog · ma · nay
Letters
8
h · o · g · m · a · n · a · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “hogmanay”
The word “hogmanay” contains 3 syllables, divided as hog · ma · nay. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hogmanay" have?
"hogmanay" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hogmanay" into syllables?
"hogmanay" is divided into syllables as: hog · ma · nay.
What is the Scrabble score for "hogmanay"?
The Scrabble score for "hogmanay" is 17 points.
Using “hogmanay” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hogmanay" (hog · ma · nay) 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, “hogmanay” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “hogmanay”
The letters in “hogmanay” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mahogany.