How many syllables in “acidophilic”?
syllables in "acidophilic"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · ci · dop · hi · lic
Letters
11
a · c · i · d · o · p · h · i · l · i · c
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “acidophilic”
The word “acidophilic” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · ci · dop · hi · lic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acidophilic" have?
"acidophilic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "acidophilic" into syllables?
"acidophilic" is divided into syllables as: a · ci · dop · hi · lic.
What is the Scrabble score for "acidophilic"?
The Scrabble score for "acidophilic" is 21 points.
Using “acidophilic” in writing
"acidophilic" (a · ci · dop · hi · lic) 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, “acidophilic” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.