How many syllables in “hurtles”?
syllables in "hurtles"
Word details
Syllables
2
hur · tles
Letters
7
h · u · r · t · l · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “hurtles”
The word “hurtles” contains 2 syllables, divided as hur · tles. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hurtles" have?
"hurtles" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hurtles" into syllables?
"hurtles" is divided into syllables as: hur · tles.
What is the Scrabble score for "hurtles"?
The Scrabble score for "hurtles" is 10 points.
Using “hurtles” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hurtles" (hur · tles) 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, “hurtles” is worth 10 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 “hurtles”
The letters in “hurtles” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hustler.