How many syllables in “hypokalemia”?
syllables in "hypokalemia"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · po · ka · le · mia
Letters
11
h · y · p · o · k · a · l · e · m · i · a
Scrabble
25
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About the word “hypokalemia”
The word “hypokalemia” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · po · ka · le · mia. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypokalemia" have?
"hypokalemia" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypokalemia" into syllables?
"hypokalemia" is divided into syllables as: hy · po · ka · le · mia.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypokalemia"?
The Scrabble score for "hypokalemia" is 25 points.
Using “hypokalemia” in writing
"hypokalemia" (hy · po · ka · le · 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, “hypokalemia” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.