How many syllables in “hypochondriasis”?
syllables in "hypochondriasis"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · poc · hon · dria · sis
Letters
15
h · y · p · o · c · h · o · n · d · r · i · a · s · i · s
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “hypochondriasis”
The word “hypochondriasis” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · poc · hon · dria · sis. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypochondriasis" have?
"hypochondriasis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypochondriasis" into syllables?
"hypochondriasis" is divided into syllables as: hy · poc · hon · dria · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypochondriasis"?
The Scrabble score for "hypochondriasis" is 29 points.
Using “hypochondriasis” in writing
"hypochondriasis" (hy · poc · hon · dria · sis) 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, “hypochondriasis” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.