How many syllables in “hypocalcemia”?
syllables in "hypocalcemia"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · po · cal · ce · mia
Letters
12
h · y · p · o · c · a · l · c · e · m · i · a
Scrabble
26
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About the word “hypocalcemia”
The word “hypocalcemia” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · po · cal · ce · mia. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypocalcemia" have?
"hypocalcemia" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypocalcemia" into syllables?
"hypocalcemia" is divided into syllables as: hy · po · cal · ce · mia.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypocalcemia"?
The Scrabble score for "hypocalcemia" is 26 points.
Using “hypocalcemia” in writing
"hypocalcemia" (hy · po · 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, “hypocalcemia” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.