How many syllables in “ailurophiles”?
syllables in "ailurophiles"
Word details
Syllables
5
ai · lu · rop · hi · les
Letters
12
a · i · l · u · r · o · p · h · i · l · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “ailurophiles”
The word “ailurophiles” contains 5 syllables, divided as ai · lu · rop · hi · les. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ailurophiles" have?
"ailurophiles" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ailurophiles" into syllables?
"ailurophiles" is divided into syllables as: ai · lu · rop · hi · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "ailurophiles"?
The Scrabble score for "ailurophiles" is 17 points.
Using “ailurophiles” in writing
"ailurophiles" (ai · lu · rop · hi · les) 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, “ailurophiles” 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.