How many syllables in “hornbills”?
syllables in "hornbills"
Word details
Syllables
2
hor · nbills
Letters
9
h · o · r · n · b · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “hornbills”
The word “hornbills” contains 2 syllables, divided as hor · nbills. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hornbills" have?
"hornbills" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hornbills" into syllables?
"hornbills" is divided into syllables as: hor · nbills.
What is the Scrabble score for "hornbills"?
The Scrabble score for "hornbills" is 14 points.
Using “hornbills” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hornbills" (hor · nbills) 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, “hornbills” 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.