How many syllables in “hypercalcemia”?
syllables in "hypercalcemia"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · per · cal · ce · mia
Letters
13
h · y · p · e · r · c · a · l · c · e · m · i · a
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “hypercalcemia”
The word “hypercalcemia” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · per · cal · ce · mia. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypercalcemia" have?
"hypercalcemia" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypercalcemia" into syllables?
"hypercalcemia" is divided into syllables as: hy · per · cal · ce · mia.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypercalcemia"?
The Scrabble score for "hypercalcemia" is 27 points.
Using “hypercalcemia” in writing
"hypercalcemia" (hy · per · cal · ce · mia) 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, “hypercalcemia” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.