How many syllables in “hemihydrate”?
syllables in "hemihydrate"
Word details
Syllables
4
hem · ihy · dra · te
Letters
11
h · e · m · i · h · y · d · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
23
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About the word “hemihydrate”
The word “hemihydrate” contains 4 syllables, divided as hem · ihy · dra · te. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "hemihydrate" have?
"hemihydrate" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "hemihydrate" into syllables?
"hemihydrate" is divided into syllables as: hem · ihy · dra · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "hemihydrate"?
The Scrabble score for "hemihydrate" is 23 points.
Using “hemihydrate” in writing
Four-syllable words like "hemihydrate" (hem · ihy · dra · te) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hemihydrate” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.