How many syllables in “hallucinogen”?
syllables in "hallucinogen"
Word details
Syllables
5
hal · lu · ci · no · gen
Letters
12
h · a · l · l · u · c · i · n · o · g · e · n
Scrabble
18
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About the word “hallucinogen”
The word “hallucinogen” contains 5 syllables, divided as hal · lu · ci · no · gen. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hallucinogen" have?
"hallucinogen" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hallucinogen" into syllables?
"hallucinogen" is divided into syllables as: hal · lu · ci · no · gen.
What is the Scrabble score for "hallucinogen"?
The Scrabble score for "hallucinogen" is 18 points.
Using “hallucinogen” in writing
"hallucinogen" (hal · lu · ci · no · gen) 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, “hallucinogen” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.