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