How many syllables in “hydrants”?
syllables in "hydrants"
Word details
Syllables
2
hy · drants
Letters
8
h · y · d · r · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “hydrants”
The word “hydrants” contains 2 syllables, divided as hy · drants. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hydrants" have?
"hydrants" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hydrants" into syllables?
"hydrants" is divided into syllables as: hy · drants.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydrants"?
The Scrabble score for "hydrants" is 15 points.
Using “hydrants” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hydrants" (hy · drants) 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, “hydrants” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.