How many syllables in “hypocritical”?
syllables in "hypocritical"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · po · cri · ti · cal
Letters
12
h · y · p · o · c · r · i · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
24
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “hypocritical”
The word “hypocritical” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · po · cri · ti · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypocritical" have?
"hypocritical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypocritical" into syllables?
"hypocritical" is divided into syllables as: hy · po · cri · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypocritical"?
The Scrabble score for "hypocritical" is 24 points.
Using “hypocritical” in writing
"hypocritical" (hy · po · cri · ti · 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, “hypocritical” 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.