How many syllables in “hypoglycemia”?
syllables in "hypoglycemia"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · po · gly · ce · mia
Letters
12
h · y · p · o · g · l · y · c · e · m · i · a
Scrabble
28
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About the word “hypoglycemia”
The word “hypoglycemia” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · po · gly · ce · mia. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypoglycemia" have?
"hypoglycemia" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypoglycemia" into syllables?
"hypoglycemia" is divided into syllables as: hy · po · gly · ce · mia.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypoglycemia"?
The Scrabble score for "hypoglycemia" is 28 points.
Using “hypoglycemia” in writing
"hypoglycemia" (hy · po · gly · 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, “hypoglycemia” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.