How many syllables in “hypervirulent”?
syllables in "hypervirulent"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · per · vi · ru · lent
Letters
13
h · y · p · e · r · v · i · r · u · l · e · n · t
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “hypervirulent”
The word “hypervirulent” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · per · vi · ru · lent. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypervirulent" have?
"hypervirulent" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypervirulent" into syllables?
"hypervirulent" is divided into syllables as: hy · per · vi · ru · lent.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypervirulent"?
The Scrabble score for "hypervirulent" is 24 points.
Using “hypervirulent” in writing
"hypervirulent" (hy · per · vi · ru · lent) 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, “hypervirulent” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.