How many syllables in “hypos”?
syllables in "hypos"
Word details
Syllables
2
hy · pos
Letters
5
h · y · p · o · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “hypos”
The word “hypos” contains 2 syllables, divided as hy · pos. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypos" have?
"hypos" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hypos" into syllables?
"hypos" is divided into syllables as: hy · pos.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypos"?
The Scrabble score for "hypos" is 13 points.
Using “hypos” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hypos" (hy · pos) 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, “hypos” 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.
Anagrams of “hypos”
The letters in “hypos” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sophy.