How many syllables in “hydrosphere”?
syllables in "hydrosphere"
Word details
Syllables
3
hydr · osph · ere
Letters
11
h · y · d · r · o · s · p · h · e · r · e
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “hydrosphere”
The word “hydrosphere” contains 3 syllables, divided as hydr · osph · ere. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hydrosphere" have?
"hydrosphere" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hydrosphere" into syllables?
"hydrosphere" is divided into syllables as: hydr · osph · ere.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydrosphere"?
The Scrabble score for "hydrosphere" is 23 points.
Using “hydrosphere” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hydrosphere" (hydr · osph · ere) 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, “hydrosphere” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.