How many syllables in “hermaphroditic”?
syllables in "hermaphroditic"
Word details
Syllables
5
her · map · hro · di · tic
Letters
14
h · e · r · m · a · p · h · r · o · d · i · t · i · c
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “hermaphroditic”
The word “hermaphroditic” contains 5 syllables, divided as her · map · hro · di · tic. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hermaphroditic" have?
"hermaphroditic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hermaphroditic" into syllables?
"hermaphroditic" is divided into syllables as: her · map · hro · di · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "hermaphroditic"?
The Scrabble score for "hermaphroditic" is 27 points.
Using “hermaphroditic” in writing
"hermaphroditic" (her · map · hro · di · tic) 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, “hermaphroditic” 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.