How many syllables in “hematopoiesis”?
syllables in "hematopoiesis"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · ma · to · poie · sis
Letters
13
h · e · m · a · t · o · p · o · i · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “hematopoiesis”
The word “hematopoiesis” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · ma · to · poie · sis. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hematopoiesis" have?
"hematopoiesis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hematopoiesis" into syllables?
"hematopoiesis" is divided into syllables as: he · ma · to · poie · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "hematopoiesis"?
The Scrabble score for "hematopoiesis" is 20 points.
Using “hematopoiesis” in writing
"hematopoiesis" (he · ma · to · poie · sis) 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, “hematopoiesis” 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.