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How many syllables in “chlorohydrin”?

4

syllables in "chlorohydrin"

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Word details

Syllables

4

chlo · ro · hy · drin

Letters

12

c · h · l · o · r · o · h · y · d · r · i · n

Scrabble

24

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
h4
l1
o1
r1
o1
h4
y4
d2
r1
i1
n1

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About the word “chlorohydrin

The word chlorohydrin contains 4 syllables, divided as chlo · ro · hy · drin. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "chlorohydrin" have?

"chlorohydrin" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "chlorohydrin" into syllables?

"chlorohydrin" is divided into syllables as: chlo · ro · hy · drin.

What is the Scrabble score for "chlorohydrin"?

The Scrabble score for "chlorohydrin" is 24 points.

Using “chlorohydrin” in writing

Four-syllable words like "chlorohydrin" (chlo · ro · hy · drin) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, chlorohydrin is worth 24 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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