How many syllables in “hematophagous”?
syllables in "hematophagous"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · ma · top · ha · gous
Letters
13
h · e · m · a · t · o · p · h · a · g · o · u · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “hematophagous”
The word “hematophagous” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · ma · top · ha · gous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hematophagous" have?
"hematophagous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hematophagous" into syllables?
"hematophagous" is divided into syllables as: he · ma · top · ha · gous.
What is the Scrabble score for "hematophagous"?
The Scrabble score for "hematophagous" is 24 points.
Using “hematophagous” in writing
"hematophagous" (he · ma · top · ha · gous) 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, “hematophagous” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.