How many syllables in “hornet”?
syllables in "hornet"
Word details
Syllables
2
hor · net
Letters
6
h · o · r · n · e · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “hornet”
The word “hornet” contains 2 syllables, divided as hor · net. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hornet" have?
"hornet" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hornet" into syllables?
"hornet" is divided into syllables as: hor · net.
What is the Scrabble score for "hornet"?
The Scrabble score for "hornet" is 9 points.
Using “hornet” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hornet" (hor · net) 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, “hornet” 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.
Anagrams of “hornet”
The letters in “hornet” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: nother, throne.