How many syllables in “hydroxyurea”?
syllables in "hydroxyurea"
Word details
Syllables
4
hy · dro · xyu · rea
Letters
11
h · y · d · r · o · x · y · u · r · e · a
Scrabble
28
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About the word “hydroxyurea”
The word “hydroxyurea” contains 4 syllables, divided as hy · dro · xyu · rea. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "hydroxyurea" have?
"hydroxyurea" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "hydroxyurea" into syllables?
"hydroxyurea" is divided into syllables as: hy · dro · xyu · rea.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydroxyurea"?
The Scrabble score for "hydroxyurea" is 28 points.
Using “hydroxyurea” in writing
Four-syllable words like "hydroxyurea" (hy · dro · xyu · rea) 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, “hydroxyurea” 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.