How many syllables in “hydrothermal”?
syllables in "hydrothermal"
Word details
Syllables
4
hy · drot · her · mal
Letters
12
h · y · d · r · o · t · h · e · r · m · a · l
Scrabble
24
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About the word “hydrothermal”
The word “hydrothermal” contains 4 syllables, divided as hy · drot · her · mal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hydrothermal" have?
"hydrothermal" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "hydrothermal" into syllables?
"hydrothermal" is divided into syllables as: hy · drot · her · mal.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydrothermal"?
The Scrabble score for "hydrothermal" is 24 points.
Using “hydrothermal” in writing
Four-syllable words like "hydrothermal" (hy · drot · her · mal) 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, “hydrothermal” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.