How many syllables in “hummingbirds”?
syllables in "hummingbirds"
Word details
Syllables
3
hum · min · gbirds
Letters
12
h · u · m · m · i · n · g · b · i · r · d · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “hummingbirds”
The word “hummingbirds” contains 3 syllables, divided as hum · min · gbirds. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hummingbirds" have?
"hummingbirds" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hummingbirds" into syllables?
"hummingbirds" is divided into syllables as: hum · min · gbirds.
What is the Scrabble score for "hummingbirds"?
The Scrabble score for "hummingbirds" is 23 points.
Using “hummingbirds” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hummingbirds" (hum · min · gbirds) 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, “hummingbirds” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.