How many syllables in “hydrocephalic”?
syllables in "hydrocephalic"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · dro · cep · ha · lic
Letters
13
h · y · d · r · o · c · e · p · h · a · l · i · c
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “hydrocephalic”
The word “hydrocephalic” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · dro · cep · ha · lic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hydrocephalic" have?
"hydrocephalic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hydrocephalic" into syllables?
"hydrocephalic" is divided into syllables as: hy · dro · cep · ha · lic.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydrocephalic"?
The Scrabble score for "hydrocephalic" is 29 points.
Using “hydrocephalic” in writing
"hydrocephalic" (hy · dro · cep · ha · lic) 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, “hydrocephalic” 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.