How many syllables in “hypothyroidism”?
syllables in "hypothyroidism"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · pot · hy · roi · dism
Letters
14
h · y · p · o · t · h · y · r · o · i · d · i · s · m
Scrabble
31
points
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About the word “hypothyroidism”
The word “hypothyroidism” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · pot · hy · roi · dism. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypothyroidism" have?
"hypothyroidism" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypothyroidism" into syllables?
"hypothyroidism" is divided into syllables as: hy · pot · hy · roi · dism.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypothyroidism"?
The Scrabble score for "hypothyroidism" is 31 points.
Using “hypothyroidism” in writing
"hypothyroidism" (hy · pot · hy · roi · dism) 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, “hypothyroidism” is worth 31 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.