How many syllables in “hydrocephalus”?
syllables in "hydrocephalus"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · dro · cep · ha · lus
Letters
13
h · y · d · r · o · c · e · p · h · a · l · u · s
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “hydrocephalus”
The word “hydrocephalus” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · dro · cep · ha · lus. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hydrocephalus" have?
"hydrocephalus" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hydrocephalus" into syllables?
"hydrocephalus" is divided into syllables as: hy · dro · cep · ha · lus.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydrocephalus"?
The Scrabble score for "hydrocephalus" is 27 points.
Using “hydrocephalus” in writing
"hydrocephalus" (hy · dro · cep · ha · lus) 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, “hydrocephalus” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.