How many syllables in “tetrahymena”?
syllables in "tetrahymena"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · tra · hy · me · na
Letters
11
t · e · t · r · a · h · y · m · e · n · a
Scrabble
19
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About the word “tetrahymena”
The word “tetrahymena” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · tra · hy · me · na. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tetrahymena" have?
"tetrahymena" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tetrahymena" into syllables?
"tetrahymena" is divided into syllables as: te · tra · hy · me · na.
What is the Scrabble score for "tetrahymena"?
The Scrabble score for "tetrahymena" is 19 points.
Using “tetrahymena” in writing
"tetrahymena" (te · tra · hy · me · na) 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, “tetrahymena” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.