How many syllables in “hemicycle”?
syllables in "hemicycle"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · mi · cy · cl · e
Letters
9
h · e · m · i · c · y · c · l · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “hemicycle”
The word “hemicycle” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · mi · cy · cl · e. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hemicycle" have?
"hemicycle" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hemicycle" into syllables?
"hemicycle" is divided into syllables as: he · mi · cy · cl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "hemicycle"?
The Scrabble score for "hemicycle" is 21 points.
Using “hemicycle” in writing
"hemicycle" (he · mi · cy · cl · e) 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, “hemicycle” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.