How many syllables in “hemagglutinate”?
syllables in "hemagglutinate"
Word details
Syllables
5
hem · agg · lut · ina · te
Letters
14
h · e · m · a · g · g · l · u · t · i · n · a · t · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “hemagglutinate”
The word “hemagglutinate” contains 5 syllables, divided as hem · agg · lut · ina · te. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hemagglutinate" have?
"hemagglutinate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hemagglutinate" into syllables?
"hemagglutinate" is divided into syllables as: hem · agg · lut · ina · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "hemagglutinate"?
The Scrabble score for "hemagglutinate" is 21 points.
Using “hemagglutinate” in writing
"hemagglutinate" (hem · agg · lut · ina · te) 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, “hemagglutinate” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.