How many syllables in “hydra”?
syllables in "hydra"
Word details
Syllables
2
hy · dra
Letters
5
h · y · d · r · a
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “hydra”
The word “hydra” contains 2 syllables, divided as hy · dra. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hydra" have?
"hydra" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hydra" into syllables?
"hydra" is divided into syllables as: hy · dra.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydra"?
The Scrabble score for "hydra" is 12 points.
Using “hydra” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hydra" (hy · dra) 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, “hydra” is worth 12 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 “hydra”
The letters in “hydra” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hardy.