How many syllables in “hemagglutinin”?
syllables in "hemagglutinin"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · mag · glu · ti · nin
Letters
13
h · e · m · a · g · g · l · u · t · i · n · i · n
Scrabble
20
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “hemagglutinin”
The word “hemagglutinin” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · mag · glu · ti · nin. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hemagglutinin" have?
"hemagglutinin" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hemagglutinin" into syllables?
"hemagglutinin" is divided into syllables as: he · mag · glu · ti · nin.
What is the Scrabble score for "hemagglutinin"?
The Scrabble score for "hemagglutinin" is 20 points.
Using “hemagglutinin” in writing
"hemagglutinin" (he · mag · glu · ti · nin) 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, “hemagglutinin” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.