How many syllables in “hypothalamic”?
syllables in "hypothalamic"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · pot · ha · la · mic
Letters
12
h · y · p · o · t · h · a · l · a · m · i · c
Scrabble
27
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About the word “hypothalamic”
The word “hypothalamic” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · pot · ha · la · mic. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "hypothalamic" have?
"hypothalamic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypothalamic" into syllables?
"hypothalamic" is divided into syllables as: hy · pot · ha · la · mic.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypothalamic"?
The Scrabble score for "hypothalamic" is 27 points.
Using “hypothalamic” in writing
"hypothalamic" (hy · pot · ha · la · 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, “hypothalamic” 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.