How many syllables in “hummingbird”?
syllables in "hummingbird"
Word details
Syllables
3
hum · min · gbird
Letters
11
h · u · m · m · i · n · g · b · i · r · d
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “hummingbird”
The word “hummingbird” contains 3 syllables, divided as hum · min · gbird. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hummingbird" have?
"hummingbird" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hummingbird" into syllables?
"hummingbird" is divided into syllables as: hum · min · gbird.
What is the Scrabble score for "hummingbird"?
The Scrabble score for "hummingbird" is 22 points.
Using “hummingbird” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hummingbird" (hum · min · gbird) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hummingbird” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.