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