How many syllables in “hematogenous”?
syllables in "hematogenous"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · ma · to · ge · nous
Letters
12
h · e · m · a · t · o · g · e · n · o · u · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “hematogenous”
The word “hematogenous” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · ma · to · ge · nous. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hematogenous" have?
"hematogenous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hematogenous" into syllables?
"hematogenous" is divided into syllables as: he · ma · to · ge · nous.
What is the Scrabble score for "hematogenous"?
The Scrabble score for "hematogenous" is 18 points.
Using “hematogenous” in writing
"hematogenous" (he · ma · to · ge · nous) 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, “hematogenous” 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.