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How many syllables in “hexahydrate”?

4

syllables in "hexahydrate"

hexahydrate
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Word details

Syllables

4

hex · ahy · dra · te

Letters

11

h · e · x · a · h · y · d · r · a · t · e

Scrabble

28

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
e1
x8
a1
h4
y4
d2
r1
a1
t1
e1

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About the word “hexahydrate

The word hexahydrate contains 4 syllables, divided as hex · ahy · dra · te. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hexahydrate" have?

"hexahydrate" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "hexahydrate" into syllables?

"hexahydrate" is divided into syllables as: hex · ahy · dra · te.

What is the Scrabble score for "hexahydrate"?

The Scrabble score for "hexahydrate" is 28 points.

Using “hexahydrate” in writing

Four-syllable words like "hexahydrate" (hex · ahy · 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, hexahydrate is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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