How many syllables in “neurochemistry”?
syllables in "neurochemistry"
Word details
Syllables
5
neu · roc · he · mi · stry
Letters
14
n · e · u · r · o · c · h · e · m · i · s · t · r · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “neurochemistry”
The word “neurochemistry” contains 5 syllables, divided as neu · roc · he · mi · stry. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "neurochemistry" have?
"neurochemistry" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "neurochemistry" into syllables?
"neurochemistry" is divided into syllables as: neu · roc · he · mi · stry.
What is the Scrabble score for "neurochemistry"?
The Scrabble score for "neurochemistry" is 24 points.
Using “neurochemistry” in writing
"neurochemistry" (neu · roc · he · mi · stry) 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, “neurochemistry” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.