How many syllables in “ailurophobes”?
syllables in "ailurophobes"
Word details
Syllables
5
ai · lu · rop · ho · bes
Letters
12
a · i · l · u · r · o · p · h · o · b · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “ailurophobes”
The word “ailurophobes” contains 5 syllables, divided as ai · lu · rop · ho · bes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ailurophobes" have?
"ailurophobes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ailurophobes" into syllables?
"ailurophobes" is divided into syllables as: ai · lu · rop · ho · bes.
What is the Scrabble score for "ailurophobes"?
The Scrabble score for "ailurophobes" is 19 points.
Using “ailurophobes” in writing
"ailurophobes" (ai · lu · rop · ho · bes) 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, “ailurophobes” 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.