How many syllables in “hymenopterous”?
syllables in "hymenopterous"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · me · nop · te · rous
Letters
13
h · y · m · e · n · o · p · t · e · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “hymenopterous”
The word “hymenopterous” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · me · nop · te · rous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hymenopterous" have?
"hymenopterous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hymenopterous" into syllables?
"hymenopterous" is divided into syllables as: hy · me · nop · te · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "hymenopterous"?
The Scrabble score for "hymenopterous" is 23 points.
Using “hymenopterous” in writing
"hymenopterous" (hy · me · nop · te · rous) 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, “hymenopterous” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.