How many syllables in “allelopathic”?
syllables in "allelopathic"
Word details
Syllables
5
al · le · lo · pat · hic
Letters
12
a · l · l · e · l · o · p · a · t · h · i · c
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “allelopathic”
The word “allelopathic” contains 5 syllables, divided as al · le · lo · pat · hic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "allelopathic" have?
"allelopathic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "allelopathic" into syllables?
"allelopathic" is divided into syllables as: al · le · lo · pat · hic.
What is the Scrabble score for "allelopathic"?
The Scrabble score for "allelopathic" is 19 points.
Using “allelopathic” in writing
"allelopathic" (al · le · lo · pat · hic) 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, “allelopathic” 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.