How many syllables in “biochemically”?
syllables in "biochemically"
Word details
Syllables
5
bioc · he · mi · cal · ly
Letters
13
b · i · o · c · h · e · m · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “biochemically”
The word “biochemically” contains 5 syllables, divided as bioc · he · mi · cal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "biochemically" have?
"biochemically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "biochemically" into syllables?
"biochemically" is divided into syllables as: bioc · he · mi · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "biochemically"?
The Scrabble score for "biochemically" is 27 points.
Using “biochemically” in writing
"biochemically" (bioc · he · mi · cal · ly) 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, “biochemically” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.