How many syllables in “ninhydrins”?
syllables in "ninhydrins"
Word details
Syllables
3
nin · hy · drins
Letters
10
n · i · n · h · y · d · r · i · n · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “ninhydrins”
The word “ninhydrins” contains 3 syllables, divided as nin · hy · drins. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ninhydrins" have?
"ninhydrins" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ninhydrins" into syllables?
"ninhydrins" is divided into syllables as: nin · hy · drins.
What is the Scrabble score for "ninhydrins"?
The Scrabble score for "ninhydrins" is 17 points.
Using “ninhydrins” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ninhydrins" (nin · hy · drins) 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, “ninhydrins” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.