How many syllables in “hexamethonium”?
syllables in "hexamethonium"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · xa · met · ho · nium
Letters
13
h · e · x · a · m · e · t · h · o · n · i · u · m
Scrabble
30
points
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About the word “hexamethonium”
The word “hexamethonium” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · xa · met · ho · nium. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hexamethonium" have?
"hexamethonium" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hexamethonium" into syllables?
"hexamethonium" is divided into syllables as: he · xa · met · ho · nium.
What is the Scrabble score for "hexamethonium"?
The Scrabble score for "hexamethonium" is 30 points.
Using “hexamethonium” in writing
"hexamethonium" (he · xa · met · ho · nium) 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, “hexamethonium” is worth 30 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.