How many syllables in “hurried”?
syllables in "hurried"
Word details
Syllables
2
hur · ried
Letters
7
h · u · r · r · i · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “hurried”
The word “hurried” contains 2 syllables, divided as hur · ried. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hurried" have?
"hurried" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hurried" into syllables?
"hurried" is divided into syllables as: hur · ried.
What is the Scrabble score for "hurried"?
The Scrabble score for "hurried" is 11 points.
Using “hurried” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hurried" (hur · ried) 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, “hurried” is worth 11 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 “hurried”
The letters in “hurried” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dhurrie.