How many syllables in “hymenoptera”?
syllables in "hymenoptera"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · me · nop · te · ra
Letters
11
h · y · m · e · n · o · p · t · e · r · a
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “hymenoptera”
The word “hymenoptera” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · me · nop · te · ra. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hymenoptera" have?
"hymenoptera" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hymenoptera" into syllables?
"hymenoptera" is divided into syllables as: hy · me · nop · te · ra.
What is the Scrabble score for "hymenoptera"?
The Scrabble score for "hymenoptera" is 21 points.
Using “hymenoptera” in writing
"hymenoptera" (hy · me · nop · te · ra) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hymenoptera” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.