How many syllables in “acetaldehyde”?
syllables in "acetaldehyde"
Word details
Syllables
5
ace · tal · deh · yde
Letters
12
a · c · e · t · a · l · d · e · h · y · d · e
Scrabble
22
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About the word “acetaldehyde”
The word “acetaldehyde” contains 5 syllables, divided as ace · tal · deh · yde. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acetaldehyde" have?
"acetaldehyde" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "acetaldehyde" into syllables?
"acetaldehyde" is divided into syllables as: ace · tal · deh · yde.
What is the Scrabble score for "acetaldehyde"?
The Scrabble score for "acetaldehyde" is 22 points.
Using “acetaldehyde” in writing
"acetaldehyde" (ace · tal · deh · yde) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “acetaldehyde” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.