How many syllables in “hypochlorites”?
syllables in "hypochlorites"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · poc · hlo · ri · tes
Letters
13
h · y · p · o · c · h · l · o · r · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “hypochlorites”
The word “hypochlorites” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · poc · hlo · ri · tes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypochlorites" have?
"hypochlorites" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypochlorites" into syllables?
"hypochlorites" is divided into syllables as: hy · poc · hlo · ri · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypochlorites"?
The Scrabble score for "hypochlorites" is 26 points.
Using “hypochlorites” in writing
"hypochlorites" (hy · poc · hlo · ri · tes) 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, “hypochlorites” 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.