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How many syllables in “hungrier”?

2

syllables in "hungrier"

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Word details

Syllables

2

hun · grier

Letters

8

h · u · n · g · r · i · e · r

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
u1
n1
g2
r1
i1
e1
r1

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About the word “hungrier

The word hungrier contains 2 syllables, divided as hun · grier. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hungrier" have?

"hungrier" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "hungrier" into syllables?

"hungrier" is divided into syllables as: hun · grier.

What is the Scrabble score for "hungrier"?

The Scrabble score for "hungrier" is 12 points.

Using “hungrier” in writing

Two-syllable words like "hungrier" (hun · grier) 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, hungrier is worth 12 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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