How many syllables in “hydrae”?
syllables in "hydrae"
Word details
Syllables
2
hy · drae
Letters
6
h · y · d · r · a · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “hydrae”
The word “hydrae” contains 2 syllables, divided as hy · drae. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hydrae" have?
"hydrae" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hydrae" into syllables?
"hydrae" is divided into syllables as: hy · drae.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydrae"?
The Scrabble score for "hydrae" is 13 points.
Using “hydrae” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hydrae" (hy · drae) 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, “hydrae” is worth 13 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.