How many syllables in “hypokalemic”?
syllables in "hypokalemic"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · po · ka · le · mic
Letters
11
h · y · p · o · k · a · l · e · m · i · c
Scrabble
27
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About the word “hypokalemic”
The word “hypokalemic” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · po · ka · le · mic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypokalemic" have?
"hypokalemic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypokalemic" into syllables?
"hypokalemic" is divided into syllables as: hy · po · ka · le · mic.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypokalemic"?
The Scrabble score for "hypokalemic" is 27 points.
Using “hypokalemic” in writing
"hypokalemic" (hy · po · ka · le · mic) 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, “hypokalemic” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.