How many syllables in “ninhydrin”?
syllables in "ninhydrin"
Word details
Syllables
3
nin · hy · drin
Letters
9
n · i · n · h · y · d · r · i · n
Scrabble
16
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “ninhydrin”
The word “ninhydrin” contains 3 syllables, divided as nin · hy · drin. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ninhydrin" have?
"ninhydrin" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ninhydrin" into syllables?
"ninhydrin" is divided into syllables as: nin · hy · drin.
What is the Scrabble score for "ninhydrin"?
The Scrabble score for "ninhydrin" is 16 points.
Using “ninhydrin” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ninhydrin" (nin · hy · drin) 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, “ninhydrin” 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.