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How many syllables in “hotfoot”?

2

syllables in "hotfoot"

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Word details

Syllables

2

hot · foot

Letters

7

h · o · t · f · o · o · t

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
o1
t1
f4
o1
o1
t1

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About the word “hotfoot

The word hotfoot contains 2 syllables, divided as hot · foot. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hotfoot" have?

"hotfoot" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "hotfoot" into syllables?

"hotfoot" is divided into syllables as: hot · foot.

What is the Scrabble score for "hotfoot"?

The Scrabble score for "hotfoot" is 13 points.

Using “hotfoot” in writing

Two-syllable words like "hotfoot" (hot · foot) 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, hotfoot is worth 13 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.

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