How many syllables in “hornets”?
syllables in "hornets"
Word details
Syllables
2
hor · nets
Letters
7
h · o · r · n · e · t · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “hornets”
The word “hornets” contains 2 syllables, divided as hor · nets. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hornets" have?
"hornets" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hornets" into syllables?
"hornets" is divided into syllables as: hor · nets.
What is the Scrabble score for "hornets"?
The Scrabble score for "hornets" is 10 points.
Using “hornets” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hornets" (hor · nets) 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, “hornets” is worth 10 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 “hornets”
The letters in “hornets” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: shorten, thrones.