How many syllables in “indomethacin”?
syllables in "indomethacin"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · do · met · ha · cin
Letters
12
i · n · d · o · m · e · t · h · a · c · i · n
Scrabble
20
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About the word “indomethacin”
The word “indomethacin” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · do · met · ha · cin. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indomethacin" have?
"indomethacin" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indomethacin" into syllables?
"indomethacin" is divided into syllables as: in · do · met · ha · cin.
What is the Scrabble score for "indomethacin"?
The Scrabble score for "indomethacin" is 20 points.
Using “indomethacin” in writing
"indomethacin" (in · do · met · ha · cin) 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, “indomethacin” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.