How many syllables in “photochemistry”?
syllables in "photochemistry"
Word details
Syllables
5
pho · toc · he · mi · stry
Letters
14
p · h · o · t · o · c · h · e · m · i · s · t · r · y
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “photochemistry”
The word “photochemistry” contains 5 syllables, divided as pho · toc · he · mi · stry. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "photochemistry" have?
"photochemistry" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "photochemistry" into syllables?
"photochemistry" is divided into syllables as: pho · toc · he · mi · stry.
What is the Scrabble score for "photochemistry"?
The Scrabble score for "photochemistry" is 29 points.
Using “photochemistry” in writing
"photochemistry" (pho · toc · 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, “photochemistry” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.