How many syllables in “hypercorrection”?
syllables in "hypercorrection"
Word details
Syllables
5
hype · rcor · rect · ion
Letters
15
h · y · p · e · r · c · o · r · r · e · c · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
27
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “hypercorrection”
The word “hypercorrection” contains 5 syllables, divided as hype · rcor · rect · ion. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypercorrection" have?
"hypercorrection" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypercorrection" into syllables?
"hypercorrection" is divided into syllables as: hype · rcor · rect · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypercorrection"?
The Scrabble score for "hypercorrection" is 27 points.
Using “hypercorrection” in writing
"hypercorrection" (hype · rcor · rect · ion) 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, “hypercorrection” 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.