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