How many syllables in “formaldehydes”?
syllables in "formaldehydes"
Word details
Syllables
5
for · mal · de · hy · des
Letters
13
f · o · r · m · a · l · d · e · h · y · d · e · s
Scrabble
26
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About the word “formaldehydes”
The word “formaldehydes” contains 5 syllables, divided as for · mal · de · hy · des. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "formaldehydes" have?
"formaldehydes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "formaldehydes" into syllables?
"formaldehydes" is divided into syllables as: for · mal · de · hy · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "formaldehydes"?
The Scrabble score for "formaldehydes" is 26 points.
Using “formaldehydes” in writing
"formaldehydes" (for · mal · de · hy · des) 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, “formaldehydes” 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.