How many syllables in “hydrochloride”?
syllables in "hydrochloride"
Word details
Syllables
4
hydr · ochl · orid · e
Letters
13
h · y · d · r · o · c · h · l · o · r · i · d · e
Scrabble
26
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About the word “hydrochloride”
The word “hydrochloride” contains 4 syllables, divided as hydr · ochl · orid · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hydrochloride" have?
"hydrochloride" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "hydrochloride" into syllables?
"hydrochloride" is divided into syllables as: hydr · ochl · orid · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydrochloride"?
The Scrabble score for "hydrochloride" is 26 points.
Using “hydrochloride” in writing
Four-syllable words like "hydrochloride" (hydr · ochl · orid · e) 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, “hydrochloride” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.