How many syllables in “hydroxylases”?
syllables in "hydroxylases"
Word details
Syllables
4
hyd · rox · yla · ses
Letters
12
h · y · d · r · o · x · y · l · a · s · e · s
Scrabble
29
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About the word “hydroxylases”
The word “hydroxylases” contains 4 syllables, divided as hyd · rox · yla · ses. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hydroxylases" have?
"hydroxylases" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "hydroxylases" into syllables?
"hydroxylases" is divided into syllables as: hyd · rox · yla · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydroxylases"?
The Scrabble score for "hydroxylases" is 29 points.
Using “hydroxylases” in writing
Four-syllable words like "hydroxylases" (hyd · rox · yla · ses) 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, “hydroxylases” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.