How many syllables in “methemoglobin”?
syllables in "methemoglobin"
Word details
Syllables
5
met · he · mo · glo · bin
Letters
13
m · e · t · h · e · m · o · g · l · o · b · i · n
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “methemoglobin”
The word “methemoglobin” contains 5 syllables, divided as met · he · mo · glo · bin. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "methemoglobin" have?
"methemoglobin" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "methemoglobin" into syllables?
"methemoglobin" is divided into syllables as: met · he · mo · glo · bin.
What is the Scrabble score for "methemoglobin"?
The Scrabble score for "methemoglobin" is 23 points.
Using “methemoglobin” in writing
"methemoglobin" (met · he · mo · glo · bin) 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, “methemoglobin” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.