How many syllables in “hussar”?
syllables in "hussar"
Word details
Syllables
2
hus · sar
Letters
6
h · u · s · s · a · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “hussar”
The word “hussar” contains 2 syllables, divided as hus · sar. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hussar" have?
"hussar" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hussar" into syllables?
"hussar" is divided into syllables as: hus · sar.
What is the Scrabble score for "hussar"?
The Scrabble score for "hussar" is 9 points.
Using “hussar” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hussar" (hus · sar) 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, “hussar” is worth 9 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 “hussar”
The letters in “hussar” can be rearranged to spell one other word: surahs.