How many syllables in “hermetically”?
syllables in "hermetically"
Word details
Syllables
5
her · me · ti · cal · ly
Letters
12
h · e · r · m · e · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “hermetically”
The word “hermetically” contains 5 syllables, divided as her · me · ti · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hermetically" have?
"hermetically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hermetically" into syllables?
"hermetically" is divided into syllables as: her · me · ti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "hermetically"?
The Scrabble score for "hermetically" is 22 points.
Using “hermetically” in writing
"hermetically" (her · me · ti · cal · ly) 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, “hermetically” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.