How many syllables in “butyraldehyde”?
syllables in "butyraldehyde"
Word details
Syllables
5
but · yra · lde · hyd · e
Letters
13
b · u · t · y · r · a · l · d · e · h · y · d · e
Scrabble
26
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About the word “butyraldehyde”
The word “butyraldehyde” contains 5 syllables, divided as but · yra · lde · hyd · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "butyraldehyde" have?
"butyraldehyde" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "butyraldehyde" into syllables?
"butyraldehyde" is divided into syllables as: but · yra · lde · hyd · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "butyraldehyde"?
The Scrabble score for "butyraldehyde" is 26 points.
Using “butyraldehyde” in writing
"butyraldehyde" (but · yra · lde · hyd · e) 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, “butyraldehyde” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.