How many syllables in “hurricane”?
syllables in "hurricane"
Word details
Syllables
3
hur · ric · ane
Letters
9
h · u · r · r · i · c · a · n · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “hurricane”
The word “hurricane” contains 3 syllables, divided as hur · ric · ane. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hurricane" have?
"hurricane" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hurricane" into syllables?
"hurricane" is divided into syllables as: hur · ric · ane.
What is the Scrabble score for "hurricane"?
The Scrabble score for "hurricane" is 14 points.
Using “hurricane” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hurricane" (hur · ric · ane) 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, “hurricane” is worth 14 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 “hurricane”
The letters in “hurricane” can be rearranged to spell one other word: raunchier.