How many syllables in “hydrolyze”?
syllables in "hydrolyze"
Word details
Syllables
3
hyd · rol · yze
Letters
9
h · y · d · r · o · l · y · z · e
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “hydrolyze”
The word “hydrolyze” contains 3 syllables, divided as hyd · rol · yze. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hydrolyze" have?
"hydrolyze" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hydrolyze" into syllables?
"hydrolyze" is divided into syllables as: hyd · rol · yze.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydrolyze"?
The Scrabble score for "hydrolyze" is 28 points.
Using “hydrolyze” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hydrolyze" (hyd · rol · yze) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hydrolyze” 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.