How many syllables in “inhomogeneous”?
syllables in "inhomogeneous"
Word details
Syllables
5
inho · moge · neou · s
Letters
13
i · n · h · o · m · o · g · e · n · e · o · u · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “inhomogeneous”
The word “inhomogeneous” contains 5 syllables, divided as inho · moge · neou · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inhomogeneous" have?
"inhomogeneous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inhomogeneous" into syllables?
"inhomogeneous" is divided into syllables as: inho · moge · neou · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "inhomogeneous"?
The Scrabble score for "inhomogeneous" is 19 points.
Using “inhomogeneous” in writing
"inhomogeneous" (inho · moge · neou · s) 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, “inhomogeneous” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.