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How many syllables in “hymning”?

2

syllables in "hymning"

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Word details

Syllables

2

hym · ning

Letters

7

h · y · m · n · i · n · g

Scrabble

16

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Scrabble letter values

h4
y4
m3
n1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “hymning

The word hymning contains 2 syllables, divided as hym · ning. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hymning" have?

"hymning" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "hymning" into syllables?

"hymning" is divided into syllables as: hym · ning.

What is the Scrabble score for "hymning"?

The Scrabble score for "hymning" is 16 points.

Using “hymning” in writing

Two-syllable words like "hymning" (hym · ning) 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, hymning is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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