How many syllables in “hematoxylins”?
syllables in "hematoxylins"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · ma · to · xy · lins
Letters
12
h · e · m · a · t · o · x · y · l · i · n · s
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “hematoxylins”
The word “hematoxylins” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · ma · to · xy · lins. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hematoxylins" have?
"hematoxylins" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hematoxylins" into syllables?
"hematoxylins" is divided into syllables as: he · ma · to · xy · lins.
What is the Scrabble score for "hematoxylins"?
The Scrabble score for "hematoxylins" is 27 points.
Using “hematoxylins” in writing
"hematoxylins" (he · ma · to · xy · lins) 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, “hematoxylins” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.