How many syllables in “hemerocallis”?
syllables in "hemerocallis"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · me · ro · cal · lis
Letters
12
h · e · m · e · r · o · c · a · l · l · i · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “hemerocallis”
The word “hemerocallis” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · me · ro · cal · lis. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hemerocallis" have?
"hemerocallis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hemerocallis" into syllables?
"hemerocallis" is divided into syllables as: he · me · ro · cal · lis.
What is the Scrabble score for "hemerocallis"?
The Scrabble score for "hemerocallis" is 19 points.
Using “hemerocallis” in writing
"hemerocallis" (he · me · ro · cal · lis) 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, “hemerocallis” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.