How many syllables in “hydrozoan”?
syllables in "hydrozoan"
Word details
Syllables
3
hy · dro · zoan
Letters
9
h · y · d · r · o · z · o · a · n
Scrabble
25
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About the word “hydrozoan”
The word “hydrozoan” contains 3 syllables, divided as hy · dro · zoan. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hydrozoan" have?
"hydrozoan" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hydrozoan" into syllables?
"hydrozoan" is divided into syllables as: hy · dro · zoan.
What is the Scrabble score for "hydrozoan"?
The Scrabble score for "hydrozoan" is 25 points.
Using “hydrozoan” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hydrozoan" (hy · dro · zoan) 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, “hydrozoan” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.