How many syllables in “hypothalami”?
syllables in "hypothalami"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · pot · ha · la · mi
Letters
11
h · y · p · o · t · h · a · l · a · m · i
Scrabble
24
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About the word “hypothalami”
The word “hypothalami” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · pot · ha · la · mi. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "hypothalami" have?
"hypothalami" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypothalami" into syllables?
"hypothalami" is divided into syllables as: hy · pot · ha · la · mi.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypothalami"?
The Scrabble score for "hypothalami" is 24 points.
Using “hypothalami” in writing
"hypothalami" (hy · pot · ha · la · mi) 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, “hypothalami” 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.