How many syllables in “ipecacuanhas”?
syllables in "ipecacuanhas"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · pe · ca · cuan · has
Letters
12
i · p · e · c · a · c · u · a · n · h · a · s
Scrabble
21
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About the word “ipecacuanhas”
The word “ipecacuanhas” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · pe · ca · cuan · has. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ipecacuanhas" have?
"ipecacuanhas" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ipecacuanhas" into syllables?
"ipecacuanhas" is divided into syllables as: i · pe · ca · cuan · has.
What is the Scrabble score for "ipecacuanhas"?
The Scrabble score for "ipecacuanhas" is 21 points.
Using “ipecacuanhas” in writing
"ipecacuanhas" (i · pe · ca · cuan · has) 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, “ipecacuanhas” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.