How many syllables in “paraldehydes”?
syllables in "paraldehydes"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · ral · de · hy · des
Letters
12
p · a · r · a · l · d · e · h · y · d · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “paraldehydes”
The word “paraldehydes” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · ral · de · hy · des. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "paraldehydes" have?
"paraldehydes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "paraldehydes" into syllables?
"paraldehydes" is divided into syllables as: pa · ral · de · hy · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "paraldehydes"?
The Scrabble score for "paraldehydes" is 22 points.
Using “paraldehydes” in writing
"paraldehydes" (pa · ral · de · hy · des) 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, “paraldehydes” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.