How many syllables in “ischaemia”?
syllables in "ischaemia"
Word details
Syllables
3
i · schae · mia
Letters
9
i · s · c · h · a · e · m · i · a
Scrabble
16
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About the word “ischaemia”
The word “ischaemia” contains 3 syllables, divided as i · schae · mia. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ischaemia" have?
"ischaemia" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ischaemia" into syllables?
"ischaemia" is divided into syllables as: i · schae · mia.
What is the Scrabble score for "ischaemia"?
The Scrabble score for "ischaemia" is 16 points.
Using “ischaemia” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ischaemia" (i · schae · mia) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ischaemia” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.