How many syllables in “hypochondriacal”?
syllables in "hypochondriacal"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · poc · hon · dria · cal
Letters
15
h · y · p · o · c · h · o · n · d · r · i · a · c · a · l
Scrabble
31
points
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About the word “hypochondriacal”
The word “hypochondriacal” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · poc · hon · dria · cal. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypochondriacal" have?
"hypochondriacal" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypochondriacal" into syllables?
"hypochondriacal" is divided into syllables as: hy · poc · hon · dria · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypochondriacal"?
The Scrabble score for "hypochondriacal" is 31 points.
Using “hypochondriacal” in writing
"hypochondriacal" (hy · poc · hon · dria · cal) 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, “hypochondriacal” is worth 31 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.