How many syllables in “hematoxylin”?
syllables in "hematoxylin"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · ma · to · xy · lin
Letters
11
h · e · m · a · t · o · x · y · l · i · n
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “hematoxylin”
The word “hematoxylin” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · ma · to · xy · lin. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hematoxylin" have?
"hematoxylin" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hematoxylin" into syllables?
"hematoxylin" is divided into syllables as: he · ma · to · xy · lin.
What is the Scrabble score for "hematoxylin"?
The Scrabble score for "hematoxylin" is 26 points.
Using “hematoxylin” in writing
"hematoxylin" (he · ma · to · xy · lin) 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, “hematoxylin” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.