How many syllables in “hallucinogens”?
syllables in "hallucinogens"
Word details
Syllables
5
hal · lu · ci · no · gens
Letters
13
h · a · l · l · u · c · i · n · o · g · e · n · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “hallucinogens”
The word “hallucinogens” contains 5 syllables, divided as hal · lu · ci · no · gens. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hallucinogens" have?
"hallucinogens" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hallucinogens" into syllables?
"hallucinogens" is divided into syllables as: hal · lu · ci · no · gens.
What is the Scrabble score for "hallucinogens"?
The Scrabble score for "hallucinogens" is 19 points.
Using “hallucinogens” in writing
"hallucinogens" (hal · lu · ci · no · gens) 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, “hallucinogens” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.