How many syllables in “holla”?
syllables in "holla"
Word details
Syllables
2
hol · la
Letters
5
h · o · l · l · a
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “holla”
The word “holla” contains 2 syllables, divided as hol · la. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holla" have?
"holla" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "holla" into syllables?
"holla" is divided into syllables as: hol · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "holla"?
The Scrabble score for "holla" is 8 points.
Using “holla” in writing
Two-syllable words like "holla" (hol · la) 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, “holla” is worth 8 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 “holla”
The letters in “holla” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hallo.