How many syllables in “hermaphroditisms”?
syllables in "hermaphroditisms"
Word details
Syllables
5
her · map · hro · di · tisms
Letters
16
h · e · r · m · a · p · h · r · o · d · i · t · i · s · m · s
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “hermaphroditisms”
The word “hermaphroditisms” contains 5 syllables, divided as her · map · hro · di · tisms. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hermaphroditisms" have?
"hermaphroditisms" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hermaphroditisms" into syllables?
"hermaphroditisms" is divided into syllables as: her · map · hro · di · tisms.
What is the Scrabble score for "hermaphroditisms"?
The Scrabble score for "hermaphroditisms" is 29 points.
Using “hermaphroditisms” in writing
"hermaphroditisms" (her · map · hro · di · tisms) 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, “hermaphroditisms” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.